Anjaneysana, or more commonly called Lunge Pose.
Lunge pose is an approachable yoga pose. It stretches and builds strong sculpted legs, releasing tension in the hips. Practice Lunge Pose regularly and you may be able to raise your arms up and arch your back, engaging your entire upper body for a full body pose.
Sometimes in life, the only available form of transportation is a leap of faith. But soon the doubters appear to shut us down and freeze us up. “It’s impossible!”, screams pride. “It’s risky!”, declares experience. “It’s pointless!”, offers reason. And somewhere in the deep and mysterious chambers of our heart, a teenie tiny voice rises and whispers softly, “Give it a try”
God tells us…
…”do not fear for I am with you” Isaiah 41:10
As we lunge forward in Lunge Pose, let it be the outer expression of our heart’s willingness to take that first step of faith.
Directions:
Step forward with your right foot and gently bend over it. Lower your hands or fingertips to your mat for balance and support. Keep your forward knee directly over your foot while straightening your back leg. Sink your hips, relax your shoulders and soften your collarbones. Inhale and exhale long and deeply for 1 minute. Then, try your other leg.
For a more intense stretch, lower your back knee and the top of your foot to your mat. Inhale long and deeply, remaining in Lunge Pose for 1-3 minutes. You may also stretch your arms up and arch backwards, also inhaling and exhalinh long and deeply.
Lay down, relax and breathe long and deeply. Where might you be leaping forward in your life?
xxoo
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