Exercises to help you focus

When the body is placed in an unstable position the nervous system has to act fast and send messages to all the required muscles to bring it back to a state of total balance and stability. By creating this situation the brain or CNS (Central Nervous System) is bypassed and the job of re-balancing is taken over by the spine or PNS (Peripheral Nervous System). This way, all thoughts entering the brain are shut down and a space is created in the mind. By practicing these postures your mind will get silent and allow you to focus.

Caution: Peple suffering from high blood pressure, heart problems, neck, slipped disc or any lower back problems should not do these exercises or consult a doctor before attempting them.

Exercise 1

EXERCISE 1

•  Lie flat on your back, with your arms on your thighs and inhale
•  Exhale and raise your legs and upper body 45 degrees above the ground
•  Stretch your arms straight out towards your toes making a 'boat' shape
•  Hold for 10-30 seconds, breathing normally
•  Slowly lower your legs and your upper body to the starting position.

Exercise 2

EXERCISE 2

•  Lie on your back, keeping your hands interlocked behind your head
•  Bring your legs to 90 degrees and bend your knees
•  Keep your leg position fixed. Raise your upper body to meet your knees. Hold the position while breathing normally
•  Inhale as you come back to the starting position.

Exercise 3

EXERCISE 3

•  Sit with your legs stretched out. Bend your knees and bring your feet close to your body, 2-3 feet apart
•  Grip your big toes, lean slightly back and, keeping your balance, straighten your legs and arms. Focus on a point at eye level
•  Hold for 10-30 seconds while breathing normally.