Downward facing dog or Adho Mukha Svanasana (three legged dog: pictured)
Benefits:
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Strengthens legs and arms
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Energises the body
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Calms the brain
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Stretches shoulders, calves, hamstrings and hands
Warrior 2 or Virabhadrasana 2
Benefits:
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Strengthens legs
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Opens the hips and chest
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Encourages concentration and balance
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Energises the body
Tree pose or Vrksasana
Benefits:
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Stretches the thighs, groin, torso and shoulders
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Builds strength in the ankles and calves
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Tones the abdominal muscles
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Promotes focus through balance
Corpse pose or Savasana - when else can you just lie there for 5 minutes?
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Benefits:
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Relaxes and calms the body
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Improves concentration
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Increases energy levels
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Slows down the heart rate
Child’s pose or Balasana – a great way to rest and come back to your natural breath in a fast paced, dynamic class
Benefits:
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Stretches hips, thighs and ankles
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Reduced fatigue
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Relaxes muscles at the front of the body
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Stretches muscles at the back of the body
