GRASSHOPPER/LOCUST
HOW TO PERFORM
• Inhale: Lie on your side
• Exhale: Clasp your fingers together
• Inhale: Extend the thumbs, straighten the arms
• Exhale: Bring arms as close together as possible, roll onto your front
• Inhale: Lift the chin, lengthening the neck
• Exhale: Chin onto the mat
• Inhale: Lift legs off the mat, lengthening them
• Exhale: Push the arms into the mat
• Inhale: Feel the back lifting (Virya!)
• Exhale: Bend the knees once feet are above the head
Hold the pose for 6 deep breaths, or as long as feels good.