How to practice the six basic movements of yoga
First, stand.
Every movement design of yoga is very scientific, and standing posture is the starting point of yoga practice.
The main purpose of various standing postures is to restore the symmetry of the body, while relaxing and stretching the thighs and spine.
Practice breathing at least three or four times in all standing positions. Yamagata, the yoga pose mentioned in the training of yoga instructors, is the starting posture of all standing postures, and can be practiced alone for 30 seconds 1 minute.
Usually in our daily life, we seldom pay attention to our standing posture.
Usually the weight is completely placed on one leg or heel, which can be found by observing the wear degree of the sole.
Long-term incorrect standing posture will make your hips droop, your abdomen protrude and your spine tense, which will make you feel tired and sluggish, so correct standing posture is very important.
Second, balance your stance.
Balanced standing posture refers to using the body evenly, making the body move flexibly, making various postures and coordinating the body.
Practicing this action can help us keep our balance and then exercise our willpower.
Keeping balance before meditation can cultivate inner balance and tranquility, and it is also a good basic training before meditation.
Third, sitting posture (forward bending, backward bending, torsion)
The action of bending forward can calm the whole nervous system and calm the brain, and the corresponding emotion is fear.
In a fast-paced and competitive life, although fear is a negative emotion, it can also protect us from harm. Practice bending forward to learn to face your fears and cultivate insight, wisdom and courage.
Lying posture can improve the spinal nervous system, digestive and respiratory system, pancreas and spleen, and the corresponding emotions are the ability to distinguish the value of things and adaptability.
Torsion of sitting posture can gently massage internal organs, improve autonomic nerves, and release the blocked potential in the body by activating nerve centers and combining energy and strength.
Fourth, the balance of hands.
The balance of hands can strengthen the strength of the upper body and arms and coordinate the muscles of the abdomen and back. It is best to keep breathing for three times in all positions.
Starting from the simplest posture, hand balance can help exercise the muscle strength of waist, forearm, upper arm and shoulder.
It is very helpful for students participating in yoga instructor training to practice complex and difficult postures.
Five, handstand
Handstand is called the king or queen of yoga, and it is a panacea for health.
Because people grow up, their activities become more and more static, which leads to the decline of blood circulation and body energy. The handstand posture activates the body function through various modes, strengthens the immune system, promotes metabolism, gives the digestive system a full rest and eliminates stress.
Sixth, relax your posture.
Relaxation practice is a very important part of yoga practice. After each yoga practice, even in the middle of each practice stage, you should have a good rest and relax.
Relaxation posture is a mode of storing energy and vitality. Combined with the practice of other postures, people can release greater potential.