Are you ready to ignite your day with a burst of energy and positivity? A quick morning yoga routine can do wonders for your overall well-being. Even just a few minutes of dedicated practice can help you feel more centred, focused, and ready to take on the day.
I’ve designed this 5-minute quick yoga routine to cater to women who are going through life transitions. Whether you’re a busy mom, a career woman, or simply looking for a way to improve your mental and physical health, this routine is perfect for you.
Let’s get started!
1. Sun Salutation (Modified)
This classic sequence is a great way to warm up your body and get your blood flowing for a quick morning yoga routine. Here’s a modified version that’s perfect for beginners:
- Mountain Pose: Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and your arms by your sides.
- Inhale: Raise your arms overhead, reaching towards the sky.
- Exhale: Bend forward, touching your toes or shins.
- Inhale: Lift your chest, coming into a flat back.
- Exhale: Step back into a plank pose.
- Inhale: Drop down into a cobra pose, lifting your chest and hips.
- Exhale: Lower back to the mat.
- Inhale: Push back into a downward-facing dog.
- Exhale: Step forward, bringing your feet to your hands.
- Inhale: Rise up into mountain pose.
Repeat 5-10 times.
2. Cat-Cow Pose
This gentle pose helps to improve flexibility in your spine and can relieve stress.
- Start on your hands and knees.
- Inhale: Arch your back, lifting your chest and tailbone.
- Exhale: Round your back, drawing your belly button towards the spine.
Repeat 10-15 times.
3. Child’s Pose
This pose is a great way to rest and relax.
- Start on your hands and knees.
- Bring your big toes together and sit back on your heels.
- Lower your forehead to the mat and stretch your arms out in front of you.
Hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
4. Bridge Pose
This pose helps to strengthen your back and glutes.
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Press your feet into the ground and lift your hips off the mat.
- Interlace your fingers beneath your pelvis and press your arms into the mat to lift your hips higher.
Hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
5. Seated Twist
This pose helps to improve your digestion and reduce stress.
- Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
- Twist your torso to the right, placing your right hand behind you and your left hand on your right knee.
- Inhale to lengthen your spine and exhale to twist deeper.
Hold for 30 seconds on each side.
Once you’ve completed these poses, take a few deep breaths and relax. This quick morning yoga routine is a great way to start your day feeling refreshed and energised. Remember, consistency is key, so try to do this routine every morning.
So, what are you waiting for? Start your day right with a little bit of yoga!
