Starting Position:
Standing

Concentration:
on the shoulders

Breath:
coordinated with the movement

Repetitions:
5 times on each side

Practice:
Stand straight and relaxed with the legs slightly apart. Direct the attention to the shoulders. > Inhaling raise the right shoulder. > Exhaling lower the right shoulder. > Inhaling raise the left shoulder. > Exhaling lower the left shoulder. > Breathe normally after the exercise and return to the starting position.

Benefits:
Relaxes the muscles of the neck and shoulders.

Asana is included in the following categories:
Asanas and Exercises to Relax Shoulders and Increase Shoulder Mobility