One of the techniques, brilliant for settling you down, and particularly good if you have asthma and other breathing issues.
You get such a good feeling when you open the sides of your chest, with the help of the arms acting like wings. It’s a great way to start the day!
– Dru Stillness in Motion
- Adopt a comfortable sitting or kneeling position, or even stand in the Mountain pose. Interlock your hands under your chin, with your head facing forwards.
- Breathe in and raise your elbows sideways to shoulder-level. At this point, your fingers are still interlocking and your palms are still open.
- Slowly breathe out through your mouth, pursing your lips, as if blowing out a candle. Bring your elbows together, in front of you, with your palms together, as you gently allow your chin to move up, guided by your interlocked hands. (Take care not to force your head back too far). Hold this position as you breathe in, focussing on the sternum.
- Breathe out, this time through your nose, returning your head to the original position.
- Repeat as many times as you wish.
