o Start by standing up right with feet pointing forward, positioned at shoulder width, knees straight (but not locked) and palms facing outwards.
o Breathe out, then breathe in and lift the arms up over the head touching the palms together. On the next exhalation bring the arms down beside the legs with palms facing downwards.
o Repeat this cycle 10 times (or as appropriate). Remember to keep the breath flowing at a constant pace.
This is the 1st posture in the prenatal yoga workout
Marcia has been practising yoga for over 20 years and has specialised in the Hatha and Ashtanga schools of yoga, although has also enjoyed learning other branches such as Iyengar. As well as yoga she practices meditation, and plays a wide range of sports, including badminton, cricket, cycling, and walking.