Morning Yoga for Mobility
Begin the day with seated breathing, Cat–Cow and a few standing stretches, then take a short rest.
You do not need to arrive on the mat feeling flexible or fully awake. Begin with an easy seat, notice your breath and let the first few movements be small. Keep it simple. Let each movement be small enough that you can breathe comfortably. When you reach Corpse Pose, let the floor support you for 45 seconds before you sit up.
The sequence
- Warm up
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01
Easy Seat“Lift from the crown, not the chest”
15s
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02
Cat–Cow“Move from the tailbone first”
16s
- Yin hold
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03
Tabletop“Push the floor away”
57s
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04
Mountain Pose“Root down to rise up”
58s
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05
Standing Side Bend“Up before over”
58s
- Cool down
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06
Half Forward Fold“Lengthen, don't lift”
20s
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07
Gentle Seated Twist“Inhale tall, exhale turn”
16s
- Rest
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08
Corpse Pose“Let the floor hold you”
1m
What helps
Props that make this easier
- Non-slip yoga mat A 4–6 mm mat with good grip makes standing poses steadier. View on Amazon
- Cork yoga block Brings the floor closer in forward folds and supported poses. View on Amazon
- Yoga bolster A firm support under knees or spine for restorative rest. View on Amazon
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