garland pose

Let’s be honest: as we move through 2019 many of us can get easily distracted with notification after notification. We’re connected 24/7 to our smartphones and other tech devices that bombard us with information and reminders of the convenient pleasures of instant gratification.

Wellness Wednesday 59: Garland Pose / Malasana

Benefits:

Great hip opener.

Helps open chest.

Grounding pose.

Foundation & General Alignment:

Start standing with feet wider than hip distance apart. Squat until backs of thighs are resting on calves. Elbows are pressing into inner thighs and hands are at heart center.

Weight is evenly distributed on both feet.

Feet are pointed outward slightly.

Back is straight.