I can't say enough good things about pelvic tilts. They are just amazing. Often I don't even realize that my back is stiff and hurting until I lie down on my mat. The first few pelvic tilts reveal any traces of low back pain, but after 10 to 20 pelvic tilts, the pain is gone. Do them slowly, and keep going until any pain is gone and the movement feels fluid and good.
Daily Stretches
By Ann Pizer, About.com Guide
Updated December 10, 2009
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Some days, it's just not possible to put in a full hour and a half of yoga. But most days will allow for this 10- to 15-minute sequence that stretches the back, hamstrings, and hips, problem areas for many people. Over time, you will see the positive effect these stretches have on your longer practice sessions.
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- Pelvic Tilts
- Cat - Cow Stretches
- Downward Facing Dog - Urdhva Mukha Svanasana
- Lunge
- Straight Leg Lunge
- Mountain Pose and Raised Arms Pose
- Standing Forward Bend - Uttanasana
- Pigeon Pose - Eka Pada Rajakapotasana
- Yogi's Choice
- Corpse Pose - Savasana
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