By The Sun Salutation Pose, is a flowing series of 12 poses which help improve strength and flexibility of the muscles and spinal column. This pose also warms up the body and tones the abdominal muscles. It’s a great way to start your morning!
The eight basic postures, in order of performance:
- Tadasana (Mountain Pose)
- Urdhva Hastasana (Upward Salute)
- Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend)
- Lunge
- Plank Pose
- Chaturanga Dandasana (Four-Limbed Staff Pose)
- Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward-Facing Dog Pose)
- Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog Pose)
Illustrations & Videos:
- [Illustration] – ABC of Yoga
- [Video] – How to Do a Basic Sun Salutation – Howcast
- [Illustration] – Strike a Yoga Pose: Sun Salutation A
- [Video]- Sun Salutations with Tara Stiles
photo credit: Joshua Berman via photopin cc
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