Video lesson - Sukshma Vyayama - Soft Practice

"Sukshma Vyayama" - "Soft Practice". (Anti-rheumatic exercises)

Exercises in this series have a beneficial effect on various joints and organs of the body. These exercises are very simple and have a “softening” effect on the practitioner. In Sanskrit, this group of exercises is called “sukshma vyayama” - “soft practice”. This series of exercises should be performed at the beginning of daily asana practice to develop the joints and warm up the muscles. They are also recommended for beginners, those who are weakened due to illness or for any other reason, those who suffer from heart disease, hypertension, and all those who do not have sufficient flexibility to perform other asanas.

Before you begin pavanmuktasana, perform savasana to relax physically and mentally. Lie on your back, spread your legs approximately shoulder-width apart, and place your arms along your body, palms up. Try to relax your muscles and joints, get rid of all tension. Feel your body; focus on breathing. You are completely relaxed. Watch your breathing; make sure it is natural and effortless. Count the number of breathing cycles. While counting, do not suppress the thoughts that arise. Simply witness them without emotional reaction. Your main goal is to relax your body and mind. For a while, forget all your worries, worries and problems.

After a few minutes, slowly move your arms and legs, and then sit down. You are now mentally and physically prepared to perform pavanmuktasana.