Up, but not quite “at ’em”? Join me for 10-Minute Morning Yoga to get moving before the day gets busy. We’ll begin with seated twists and eagle arms, make room through the back and chest, and build into a standing flow with a little extra attention to chaturanga.
I break down the arm position while standing, then guide a knees-down lowering before offering another round with the knees lifted. Along the way, we visit malasana, boat, bridge, high lunge, Warrior Two, goddess, triangle and Warrior One. Take the variations that work for you, and stay for a reflection on knowing who you are and what you bring to the day.
Card Pull
Today’s card is “Unplug” from the Yoga Wisdom Oracle Deck. It depicts Warrior One, and its printed message reads: “Break free and think for yourself.”
I share my own interpretation of Warrior One: stepping forward heart first, with the strength of your convictions. Even in an uncomfortable situation, there’s something meaningful about knowing what you bring and offering it honestly and freely.
Chapters
00:00 Up, but not quite “at ’em”?
00:17 Seated breathing, twists and eagle arms
03:33 All fours and downward-facing dog
04:19 Malasana, boat and bridge
05:54 Standing chaturanga breakdown
06:38 Knees-down chaturanga and cobra
07:22 Right-side standing flow
08:21 Second chaturanga round
08:59 Left-side standing flow
09:50 Malasana and settling into stillness
10:38 Unplug: Warrior One and conviction
12:44 Closing blessing
12:55 Thank you and keep the conversation going
My name is James Donegan and I am a yoga teacher, group fitness instructor, actor, singer, husband and dog dad living in New York City. Daily Flow Yoga + Meditation is a labor of love and is offered freely to all who are seeking.
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