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Cat
Stretch - Marjarisana
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***Opens Sacral
(2nd) and Heart (4th) Chakra***
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Two variations are
shown above: Kneel on all fours, knees under hips and hands under shoulders. Spread the
fingers out on the floor with palms flat and contract the abs to bring the head, neck and
back in alignment. Inhale and tip the hip bones towards the ceiling while drawing the
shoulders back and down away from your ears; look up. Exhale and tuck the chin while
pulling your belly towards your spine. Round the back and feel a stretch down your spine.
Repeat for 4 to 6 breaths, moving smoothly between each move. From the Cat Stretch go into
the Child Cat Stretch, sit back on your heels and reach out in front of your body, palms
facing down. Relax and breath for as long as you like.
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Benefits:
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-releases tension in
shoulders and upper back
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-stretches back
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-stretches arms
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-relaxes
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