Sun Salutation A Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Stretching
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Chest, Quadriceps, Shoulders, Back
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Surya Namaskar A
How to: Sun Salutation A
- Begin in a standing position at the front of your mat.
- Inhale and reach your arms overhead.
- Exhale and bend forward, bringing your hands to the mat.
- Step or jump back into a plank position, then lower to the floor.
- Inhale and lift your chest into upward facing dog.
- Exhale and push back into downward facing dog.
- Step or jump forward and return to a standing position.
Common Mistakes
- Rushing through the movements, leading to improper alignment.
- Forgetting to engage the core, which may cause strain.
- Not keeping the spine aligned while bending forward.
Modifications
- Perform the pose with feet shoulder-width apart for a more stable base.
- Use a strap to help with stretches if flexibility is limited.
Tips
- Focus on your breathing, inhaling as you extend upwards and exhaling as you bend forward.
- Maintain a steady and controlled movement throughout the sequence.
- Engage your core for stability during transitions.
Sun Salutation A Alternatives
Tags
yoga
flexibility
stretching
core
balance
beginner