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How to Do a Yoga Sideways Swing

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The Sideways Swing is a Hatha yoga asana designed to relax tension in the spine and strengthen the arms. It is closely related to the full and simple twist, and incorporates stretching elements of the posture clasp. This easy exercise can be performed by novices and experts alike. Read on to learn more.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Sit on the floor with legs folded to the left side. Raise your arms over your head and interlace your fingers.

  2. Step 2

    Swing your arms over your head in a circular motion. Move your arms slowly, and don't swing them in a wide circle until you have attempted the exercise a few times. Try five complete swings initially.

  3. Step 3

    Drop arms to your sides. Take a deep breath. Switch sides, and fold your legs to the right. Raise your arms again, and swing them in a circular motion with interlaced fingers above your head for five repetitions.

  4. Step 4

    Switch your legs back to the left side, and swing your arms to the right slowly, for up to ten repetitions. Move your arms slowly. Feel the tension in your shoulders and arms diminish.

  5. Step 5

    Relax for a few seconds.

  6. Step 6

    Fold your legs on your right side, and swing your upraised arms to the left for up to ten repetitions. Then wrap your legs into a lotus position and relax for a few seconds.

Tips & Warnings
  • This exercise is great for office workers and people who retain tension in their shoulders and upper back.
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