Morning is a wonderful time to roll out of bed and invigorate the body with Sun Salutations. It’s easy to lose count how many you flow through as the breath deepens and the body loosens up and gets into a rhythmic pattern.
Namaste!
Yoga Challenge Day 11 ~ Sun Salutations
July 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
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