Yoga Poses for Beginners
Seated Twist
Stretches shoulders, hips, and back; increases circulation; tones abdomen; strengthens obliques
Sit on the floor with your legs extended.
Cross right foot over outside of left thigh; bend left knee. Keep right knee pointed toward ceiling.
Place left elbow to the outside of right knee and right hand on the floor behind you.
Twist right as far as you can, moving from your abdomen; keep both sides of your butt on the floor. Stay for 1 minute.
Switch sides and repeat.
