Canoe Pose
Canoe pose get its name from its mother pose Navasana, or Boat Pose. Just like a canoe is a small boat, Canoe is a smaller, gentle version of a Boat Pose. Poses that target the mid-section, such as Canoe, are ideal to practice late in the winter to help gently awaken the body from winter laziness. Less fresh food and time outdoors over the winter leads to feelings of sluggishness in the digestive system and the mood. Canoe pose helps ignite the internal fire to burn through toxins and patterns of inactivity, which helps our bodies get ready for spring and summer.
What to do:
Lay on the floor with your hands by your sides.
Engage the belly and lift the head, sternum, shoulders and feet a couple inches.
Keep the neck long and soft.
Hold for three to five breaths.
Repeat at least three times.
Benefits:
Helps ignite the internal fire.
Strengthens the front and side body.
Builds determination and fortitude.
Modifications:
Practice with a block or a book between the knees to help active the legs.
