GERI YOGA POSITIONS
Before embarking on any new exercise programme always consult your doctor. This plan is not suitable for pregnant women. Do not try the exercise within 2 hours of eating or after consuming alcohol. This plan was not designed by Schizo:Geri. We do not have any responsibility on any damage you could cause to yourself or to other people by practicing this moves on your own. We strongly recommend buying Geri Yoga video. (Click on images to enlarge)

THE HIP STRETCH

Starting from all fours, move one leg forward between your hands while extending the other leg backwards. Hold for a count of 3 breaths, then swap sides. BENEFITS: Gently releases the back thigh muscles to tone and ease tired legs. This exercise is excellent for people who sit down for most of the day. it stretches the hip flexor muscle, which is frequently shortened through sitting.

STANDING POSE

A key part of yoga is deep breathing. When the breath is calm, so is the mind. To start, regulate your breathing by standing upright, legs apart with your shoulders level and not slouched. Place palms together in a prayer position or relaxed by your side. It may help to close your eyes. Inhale slowly through your nose and feel your tummy expanding. Still inhaling take up the breath all the way up to the chest. Feeling it rise. Then reverse the process when you exhale so your chest lowers all the way down, allowing the tummy to relax. Repeat 8 times. This method of breathing should be employed throughout Geri's programme. BENEFITS: A way of calming your mind and getting in tune with your breathing. Produces a sense of relaxation and well-being.

THE TREE

Stand with legs placed hip-width apart. Transfer weight to right foot and gently lift left leg off floor. Place left foot on right calf or for an advanced position above the knee joint on the inner thigh. Put your hands in a prayer position or above your head. Keep your eyes focused on one point ahead of you. Hold for between 3 and 6 rounds of breath. Repeat on other leg. BENEFITS: This is an advanced pose which tones the legs and buttocks. Mentally It's a demanding posture which promotes single-mindedness of thought.

THE COBRA

Lie on your stomach with your legs stretched behind you, palms flat on the floor under the shoulders, elbows bent with your forehead on the floor. Inhale as you slowly roll your upper-body upwards like a snake. Don't allow your elbows to lock or your shoulders to rise.  Exhale as you move forwards and down to the starting position. Repeat for 3 rounds of breath. BENEFITS: This position promotes flexibility of the spine and strengthens the back. It is excellent for posture because it tones the back muscles, rejuvenates the spinal nerves and brings a rich supply of blood to the area. It also places a gentle pressure on the abdomen, massaging the internal organs.

THE PLANK

On all fours slowly walk one leg backwards, followed by the other to add balance. Push away from the floor with your hands and lift yourself up, breathing with the exertion. Keep stomach muscles tight and pulled in at all times. Hold for between 3 and 6 rounds of breath. This is quite a sophisticated pose, so gently move down to your knees as soon as you feel any discomfort, This isn't a press up, so don't strain yourself too far. BENEFITS: this move promotes fantastically-toned arms like Geri's and strengthens the abdominal muscles. The buttocks can be gently squeezed at the same time to help streamline the shape of your bottom.

THE TRIANGLE

Stand with legs wide apart, hips facing forward- Turn right foot out 90 degrees, and move left heel back a couple of inches. Take arms out to the side at shoulder height, palms down. Gently lean to the right keeping hips forward and tip your body so the back of your right hand touches the inside of your right calf. Or for an easier position, around the knee or inner thigh. Stretch the other arm up. Repeat on left. BENEFITS: stretches spice in a sideways movement pulling in the waist. "Great for getting rid of love handles" Jokes Geri. Promotes flexibility, can reduce pain in lower back and invigorate circulation. Tones abdominal organs for digestion.

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