Balancing Table - Utthita Cakravakasana, Utthita Marjaryasana

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STEPS :

1. On your hands and knees in Table pose, inhale the right leg up parallel to the floor, reaching the toes towards the back wall.  
2. Staring at a point between the palms, slowly inhale, the left arm up parallel to the floor, reaching the fingers towards the front wall.
3. Breathe and hold for 3-6 breaths.
4. To release: slowly exhale the left arm down, and then lower the knee down, back into table position.
5. Repeat on other side.

Benefits

• Stretches the extended leg and arm.
• Strengthens the hips and shoulders.
• Improves flexibility and balance.
• Improves sense of balance
• Tones the core.
• Prepares the body for balancing postures
• Lengthens the arms and legs

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.