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Transitioning into an all-fours position, the instructor encourages gentle hip movements to warm up the spine and engage the arms and glutes. The flow shifts into crescent lunges, emphasizing mobility in the hips and opening the body as participants sway and stretch with each breath. The act of engaging with the breath serves as a reminder of the importance of mindfulness in yoga practice.
Core Strengthening
After adequately warming up, participants move into core strengthening positions. Simple yet effective exercises, such as leg extensions in an all-fours stance, help tone the abdominal region. The instructor reinforces the concept of engaging the core while moving into downward facing dog, which provides an additional stretch for the hamstrings and builds strength in the upper body.