5 Simple Yoga Stretches You Can Do Anywhere and Anytime

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It seems that life is full of uncomfortable situations and times when we just crave a bit of relaxation or simply want to get away. A whole host of health articles and experts seem to lecture us all on the need to take a little bit of me time and put our needs ahead of others, but that is something that is incredibly easier said than done.

We all now know that yoga can change our lives, help us lose weight, and rid us of stress, but there are so many difficult questions that follow. How do we start? Where do we sign up for a class? What do we wear to yoga class? Who the heck has the time in the day to spend an hour or two stretching and breathing?

Well cast all those questions aside because it is actually a lot easier than you think.

You can find quick and easy refuge from the outside world in just a few moments, and here is some information that will make it easier than imagined. Following are 5 simple yoga stretches and exercises that you can do, anytime and anyplace, to make a bad situation a little better, get away from it all, or just take advantage of some simple relaxation. Do them in a closet, do them in your bedroom, or even do them in a public restroom. They really are that easy.

Simple Yoga Stretch #1- Forward Bend

Sit down on any surface, such as a toilet seat, and sit as straight upright as possible. Breathe in deeply and then as you exhale slowly bend your torso towards your thighs. Bend all the way down so that your head is rested on your knees and let your arms hang loosely at your sides.

Simply Yoga Stretch #2-Neck Rolls

While you are still seated comfortably place your hands on your thighs and drop your head so that your chin is touching your upper chest. Relax your shoulders and roll your head slowly all the way to the right and then all the way to the left. The key is to stay loose and make your movements as smooth as possible.

Simple Yoga Stretch #3- Side Twists

Sit up as straight as possible and turn your whole upper body to the right as far as you can without moving your legs. Reach back and hold onto something in order to stretch your body even further. Breathe in and out deeply and then switch over to the left side and do the exact same thing.

Simple Yoga Stretch #4- Upward Stretch

Now you are done sitting down and can stand up. As you inhale stretch your arms over your head and grip your hands together. Turn your hands so that your palms are facing the ceiling and look upwards. Stretch as far as you can while breathing deeply in and out a few times and then release.

Simple Yoga Stretch #5- Screaming Stretch

Open your mouth as wide as you possibly can. Inhale your breath very slowly and then exhale as fast as you can. As you exhale forcefully picture all of your stress, worry or even boredom escape your body. Repeat this three times or until you feel ready to go back out and socialize, get back to work, or just go about your day.

The 5 simply yoga stretches that you can do anywhere may seem too easy or even too good to be true, but that isn’t the case. After this short spurt of yoga you will feel relaxed, rejuvenated, refreshed and ready to take on the outside world. If things start getting to you during the day just lock yourself in a room or excuse yourself to go to the bathroom.

The trip will be well worth it.

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