Welcome to Day 2 of the Yoga Advent Calendar!

Yesterday, we began this journey by focusing on gratitude, creating space for joy and abundance in our hearts.

Today, we’re taking things one step further—literally!—by moving our bodies and connecting with our breath through Sun Salutation A (Surya Namaskar A).

Why Sun Salutations?

Sun Salutations are a foundational sequence in Yoga. They’re a dynamic flow of poses that warm up your body, stretch key muscle groups, and calm your mind.

But they’re more than just physical movement. Each breath and motion is an opportunity to reset your focus and bring yourself fully into the present moment. Sun Salutations are a beautiful way to greet the day, cultivate gratitude, and honour the life-giving energy of the sun.

Your 15-Minute Morning Routine

Yesterday, you received your Geny’s Morning Yoga Checklist as part of the advent calendar.

This simple 15-minute routine is your daily guide to creating energy and balance.

Today, we’re diving into the heart of that routine: Sun Salutation A.

To help you get started, I’ve created a quick video that breaks down the sequence step-by-step. You’ll find everything you need to flow through this practice confidently.

👉 Watch the video here and follow along!
While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel for more Yoga tutorials and insights.

How to Practice Sun Salutation A

If you’re new to this sequence, here’s a quick overview:

1. Mountain Pose (Tadasana): Stand tall, ground your feet, and bring your hands to your heart.
2. Upward Salute: Inhale and stretch your arms overhead.
3. Forward Fold: Exhale, hinging at your hips, and fold forward.
4. Halfway Lift: Inhale, lengthen your spine.
5. Plank Pose: Exhale and step back into a strong plank.
6. Chaturanga (Low Push-Up): Lower your body with control.
7. Upward Dog or Cobra: Inhale, lift your chest and open your heart.
8. Downward Dog: Exhale, lift your hips to the sky.
9. Step Forward: Inhale, step your feet to your hands.
10. Forward Fold: Exhale and release.
11. Upward Salute: Inhale, rise with arms overhead.
12. Mountain Pose: Exhale and return to standing.

Repeat this flow 3–5 times, moving with your breath.

How Are You Feeling?

After completing your practice, take a moment to check in with yourself. Do you feel more energized? Clear-headed? Grounded? Share your experience with me on social media or in the comments below—I’d love to hear about it!

Looking Ahead: Start the Year with Purpose

If you’re ready to take your practice deeper and truly embrace your intentions for 2024, I’d love for you to join me at the January Vision Board Yoga Retreat in Margate.

🗓️ When: January 24–26, 2024.
🌊 Where: A serene seaside retreat filled with Yoga, vision-boarding, and meaningful workshops to help you set your goals and dreams into motion.

Spaces are limited, so click here to secure your spot.

Start today by rolling out your mat, moving your body, and embracing this time for yourself.

We’re cultivating energy, joy, and balance this holiday season.

Namaste,
Geny

🌟 P.S. Have questions about the advent calendar, Sun Salutations, or the retreat? Drop me a message—I’d love to hear from you!

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