admin It’s Monday again, and the weekend is over. Monday is the day that signifies the return of the mundane, the tedious, and the dull. But it doesn’t need to be like that.
Why not also try yoga? Yoga can calm you down, help you de-stress, and give you a positive outlook on the week ahead.
Yoga poses can help you feel more energetic and motivated on Mondays if you are feeling tired or unmotivated.
Locust Pose (Shalabhasana)
This classic pose (or any of its variations) will make you feel like Superman. Start by lying on your back with your arms to your sides. Your forehead should rest on the mat.
Your arms should be extended in front and your legs to the back. Squeeze the thighs and buttocks, and engage your core. Exhale and lift your arms and leg as high as possible.
Be sure to align your neck with your spine and that your shoulders are rolled back and down. Hold the pose from 30 seconds to 1 minute and then release.
Locust Pose strengthens your core, legs and back while stretching and strengthening it. This is also a great way to boost your mood and relieve stress.
Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)
Take a lesson from our canine companions and begin your week with an innocent, grateful heart. Down Dog is arguably the most popular pose in yoga. It rejuvenates tired muscles and calms an overactive mind.
This pose is achieved by laying on your back with the hands directly below the shoulders and the knees directly beneath the hips. It would be best if you had your fingers spread and your back straight and relaxed.
Breathe in, tuck your toes, and raise your knees off the mat. Straighten your arms and legs without locking your elbows or knees. Lift your pelvis. Keep your feet flat and firmly planted on the mat.
Downward Facing Dog builds strength in the entire body and reduces fatigue. It is a great asana to do during stressful workdays.
Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide-Legged Forward bend)
It is believed that this posture can reduce anxiety, relieve stress, and strengthen and lengthen the legs.
Start by standing with your feet about 3-4 feet apart and in Mountain Pose. Standing tall and straight, bend forward and lower your head, torso, and hips slowly towards the floor.
Place your palms on the floor. Don’t worry if you can’t. If the hamstring stretch becomes too intense, you can keep your knees bent.
Take a deep breath and slowly return to standing straight.
