It only takes a moment to relax the body but feel strong too!

Sometimes we may not realise just how much tension we carry in our body. This can affect everything from our voice to our mental attitude and actually requires more energy. Simply saying to yourself “my shoulders are relaxed” can help, but if you have a moment to spare try this lovely relaxing position.

Find a hard back book and place it on the floor. Lie down and put the back of your head on the book. Bend you knees so that your feet are flat on the floor and the knees point up to the ceiling (or sky if you are in a sunny garden!) Place you arms by your sides, a small distance from your body with your palms facing up. Breathe out and each time you do so feel the body relaxing. Spend a lovely moment letting go, feeling the spine lengthen and the chest open out.

Before you are ready to stand up , say to yourself “my centre is strong” and it will be! Then slowly stand up and you are ready for the day!

Tip: Our muscles learn quicker than our brains, so the more you practice this, the easier having good posture will be!