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Next, you transition into a series of half sun salutations—sweeping the arms up high and folding forward while maintaining micro bends in the knees. This gentle movement warms up the body, providing a rhythm to your practice. Each inhale brings you up, while each exhale allows you to fold deeper into your stretch, engaging the muscles of the back and legs.
Engaging with the Breath
As you step back to all fours, continue with the classic cat-cow stretches. This helps to open and flex the spine through rhythmic movement, connecting breath to motion. Engage in your own breath cycles here, allowing your body to melt into the comfort of the poses.