Nine Yoga Stretches Using the Yoga Monster Mat

Nine Yoga Stretches Using the Yoga Monster Mat

As any yoga practitioner would tell you, every yoga routine always starts with simple stretches. Do your stretches in the most comfortable way possible using the Yoga Monster Mat. Its thick and textured surfaces cushion your sensitive bones, helping you reach your goals of mind, body and spiritual discipline.

While you may already have your established routines, these compiled stretches could be added to your list:

1. Thigh and Leg Stretch

This is done lying on your back. Have your right foot crossed over to your left knee. Then clasp your hands behind your left thigh and gently pull the leg towards you. Switch legs following the same procedure.

2. Knee Stretch

Lying down on the floor, gently stretch both knees to your chest. Then clasp your hands under the knees while pressing your hips to the floor at the same time.

3. Knee Hold Stretch

On your back, raise head to your knee. Maintain and hold this position for a few seconds. Switch to other leg and repeat movements.

4. Thigh Stretch

Lie down on your right side while still clasping your hands around your bent knees. Take a deep breath and hold stretch for a few seconds. Push yourself over to your left side using your right elbow. Repeat cycle rolling from your left to your right. Do the cycle thrice.

5. Thigh and Arm Stretch

Lying flat on your back, slowly raise your right leg straight and reach as high as you can. Left leg remains on the floor. Grasp your ankle and maintain position for a few seconds. Switch to your left leg and repeat stretch.

6. Leg Stretch

Sit and spread your legs apart. Bend forward and grasp your ankle. Bend your upper body and touch your head to your knees. Hold the stretch posture for a few seconds. Switch to other leg and repeat procedure.

7. Inner Leg Stretch

With legs stretched far apart, slowly bend forward with your palms flat in front. Slide your palms away from your body and stretch as far as you can. Repeat stretch position three times.

8. Knee and Ankle Stretch

Sit with your legs apart and spine stretched. Bend your right leg and rest it on your left thigh close to your crotch. With your right hand, grasp your right knee and your other hand on the ankle. Press your hand gently down on the floor. Hold the posture, switch on the other leg and repeat exercise.

Yoga exercises change and evolve over time therefore it is anything but boring. As different routines are discovered, varying equipments are also developed for yoga practitioners to aid them in their quest for its physical benefits and for the union of mind, body and soul.