Being a mom is tough work, and it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Yoga is a great way to relieve stress and improve physical and mental health, but it’s hard to make time for extended yoga sessions.
So here are five easy yoga stretches that busy moms can do at home in just a few minutes.
Child’s Pose
This stretch allows you to relax and relieve tension in your neck, shoulders, and back. Kneel on the floor with your toes touching and your knees hip-width apart. Stretch your arms out front and lower your head to the floor.
Cat-Cow Stretch:
This two-part stretch is great for improving posture and relieving upper and lower back pain. On all fours, alternate between rounding your spine upward and tucking your chin to your chest (cat pose), then arching your back and looking up (cow pose).
Downward Facing Dog
This classic yoga pose stretches the entire body and relieves tension in the hips and legs. Start on your hands and knees, then press up onto your toes and straighten your legs, pushing your hips up and back.
Seated Spinal Twist
This pose stretches the spine, lower back, and hips while also massaging the internal organs. Sit cross-legged on the floor and twist your torso to your right side, placing your left hand on your right knee and your right hand behind you. Hold for a breath and then twist to the other side.
Warrior One
This pose strengthens the legs and arms while also stretching the hips and chest. Lunge forward with your right leg, keeping your left foot flat and facing slightly outward. Raise both arms above your head, palms facing each other, and hold the pose. Then switch sides.
These stretches can be done at any time of the day and will help you relax your body, release tension, and increase flexibility. You deserve to take a little time for yourself, even if it’s just a few minutes here and there throughout the day.
WTF MOM 