Yoga Pose of the Day - Sukhasana

If you are new to yoga, Sukhasana or "easy pose" is a great place to start!

I like to do this pose first thing in the morning to stretch out my back, knees, ankles, and hips.

Come to sit on a block or a blanket (folded about 6 inches high). This will keep you from rounding in your lower back and will also allow you to deepen the stretch through your hips.

Bend your knees and cross your shins. Your feet should be far enough away from your pelvis that when you look down you see a triangle shape.  If you knees are very high from the floor you can place a block underneath each knee for support.

 Rest your palms face up on your knees if you feel tired and need more energy. Rest you palms face down if you feel anxious or hyper and want to ground yourself. Release your shoulder blades down your back and tuck your chin in slightly. Imagine there is a string lifting the crown of your head gently up towards the ceiling. Stay here for  as long as you like and don't forget to breath!