6-Minute Morning Yoga Flow

1. 1
   Cat-Cow
   6 rounds
2. 2
   Child’s Pose
   4 breaths
3. 3
   Downward-Facing Dog
   5 breaths
4. 4
   Sun Salutation A
   3 rounds
5. 5
   Low Lungeleft side
   5 breaths
6. 6
   Low Lungeright side
   5 breaths
7. 7
   Warrior IIleft side
   5 breaths
8. 8
   Warrior IIright side
   5 breaths
9. 9
   Triangle Poseleft side
   5 breaths
10. 10
    Triangle Poseright side
    5 breaths
11. 11
    Standing Forward Fold
    5 breaths
12. 12
    Mountain Pose
    4 breaths

Mornings are when the body is stiffest. Cat-cow and downward dog move the spine through flexion and extension, three sun salutations raise your temperature, and the standing lunges and warriors open the hips that sitting tightens — so you start the day moving well rather than sore.

General wellness information, not medical advice. Move within a comfortable range and stop if anything causes sharp pain.