GENTLE WARM-UPS
Seated Cat / Cow (Rooster)
CATEGORY - Gentle warm-up, Spine Release, Gentle Backbend
LEVEL - All levels
CORE QUALITIES - Grounding & Centered, Fluidity, Space and Openness in the Spine
MODIFICATIONS - None
Seated Twist
CATEGORY - Gentle warm-up, Spine Release
LEVEL - All levels
CORE QUALITIES - Promotes Digestion (body and mind), Restoration and Healing
MODIFICATIONS -
Sit on a blanket or block to prop hips higher than the knees.
Use a block on the rear arm to bring the floor closer.
Side Stretch
CATEGORY - Gentle warm-up, Spine Release
LEVEL - All levels
CORE QUALITIES - Receptivity, Intuition, Balancing & Harmony
MODIFICATIONS -
Sit on a blanket or block to prop hips higher than the knees.
Kneeling Cat / Cow
CATEGORY - Gentle warm-up, Spine Release
LEVEL - All levels
CORE QUALITIES - Stability & Fluidity, Balance, Space and Openness in the Spine
MODIFICATIONS -
Use a blanket under knees if they are tender