POSE FIVE
Banana Pose
This pose creates space through the ribs, waist, hips and shoulders. Keep the breath flowing and the jaw relaxed.
Return to Reclined Mountain Pose before and after each pose.
A
Stabilize
Extend your arms overhead and your legs out long, flat on the mat.
Grab your left wrist with your right hand.
Cross your left ankle over your right ankle with your legs straight.
B
Action
Gently arch your spine to the right, stretching like a banana.
Shift your crossed legs to the right as well.
Hold the pose for about 15–30 seconds, encouraging slow, steady breaths as you do.
C
Deeper Action
To deepen the pose, gently press your left hip down towards the ground while reaching your arms farther toward the right.
Straighten your arms.
Inhale into your left rib cage and exhale slowly.
Hold the pose for about 30–60 seconds, then slowly return to center.