Sanskrit: Marjariasana
mar-jar-ee-AH-sah-nah
Benefits
Stretches neck, shoulders and spine
Massages abdominal and reproductive organs
Relieves stress and balances emotions
Standard Cues
Begin on all fours. Bring your wrists directly under your shoulders and knees under your hips. Bring your head to a neutral position.
With an inhale, arch your spine, reaching your head and tailbone toward the sky. Let your belly drop toward the floor.
With an exhale, round your spine, releasing your head and tailbone toward the floor.
Repeat this movement.
Modification
Place a folded blanket under your knees for cushion
Short Cues and options
Broaden shoulders
Align knees hip-width apart
Align wrists under shoulders