
Sphinx
Benefits:
Physical: Opens chest; strengthens back
Emotional: Uplifting, invigorating
Rx for: Depression, sluggishness, poor posture
1. Lie belly down, arms along sides of body with palms up, forehead and toes rest on the floor.
2. Lift shoulders and chest off the floor.
3. Place elbows on the floor in front of you, elbows directly under shoulders, forearms shoulder-width apart.
4. Press into palms and forearms, do a slight backbend.
5. Lower chest and shoulders to floor, arms extend along the sides of the body, palms up.
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