Hey Steemians!

I know all too well the toll that writing those stellar Steemit posts, hunched over your laptop on the couch, can have on your body. Give your body some much needed love with these quick & easy wall poses - they work great for anyone who has lower back pain too!

Focus on the breath, long inhales & exhales. Play some relaxing music, light a candle, and turn down the lights. Time to treat yo' self!

Standing Shoulder Opener

Start with both hands on the wall - slowly start to open your chest to the left, turning feet parallel to the wall, keeping the right arm planted on the wall bent at the elbow. You can push your left hand into the wall, continuing to spin your chest open towards the same direction as your feet. You should feel an awesome stretch in the right shoulder - don't push it though, try to ease into it. Repeat on the opposite side.

opposite side

Legs Up the Wall

This one is pretty self-explanatory. I like to open my arms out to side for a little chest opener. My dog Sookie uses this as an opportunity to plant some smooches.

Pigeon - Wall Version

I love me a good pigeon pose, but this wall version gives my hips & hammies a deeper stretch. Starting in the pose above, cross your left foot right above your right knee - your legs should make the figure 4 shape. Start to slowly slide the right leg down the wall until you feel a good stretch - it doesn't take long! Hold for a few minutes on each side.

Cobbler's Pose - Wall Version

Starting with both legs back up the wall, bring both soles of the feet together, forming a diamond shape with your legs. I love, love, love this one for my lower back pain - it lengthens the spine relieving any lower back tension. You can also gently press the thighs away from you, towards the wall for an extra hip stretch.

I hope these stretches help to get you movin' & groovin' to write that next great post without all the back pain :)

I'm always looking for ideas & inspiration from my fellow steemians - let me know what kind of yoga you need!

Lindsey, Yogi + Foodie