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Energizing: Mudra - YogaCheryl
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Energizing Mudras
These mudras are energizing and can help to with low metabolism, hypothyroidism, lethargy, depression, negative thought
patterns, lack of self confidence and low self-esteem.
Anushasana Mudra
Curl middle, ring, and little finger into palm, secure withthumb, extend index finger; rest back of hands on thighsBenefits: Activates prana into proximity of limbs, especiallyarmsPractice Tips: Use to feel expansiveness of your breath
Brahma Mudra
Make a fist and tun palms upwards pressing knuckles against
each other. Hold hands in front of solar plexus.
Benefits: Activates metabolism and your connection to your
personal power
Practice Tips: Use when you are feeling pushed around by the
events of your life
Contraindications: Anxiety
Kali Mudra
Interlace middle, ring and little fingers with index fingerspointing upward; left thumb crossed over right; hold hands infront of chest.Benefits: Activates energy in the upper chakrasPractice Tips: Use to break through negative thoughtpatternsContraindications: Beginners
Kubera Mudra
Curl ring and little finger into palm; touch tip of thumb to tipof index and middle fingers; rest backs of hands on thighsBenefits: Increases metabolism Practice Tips: Use when feeling a lack of confidence or willpowerContraindications: High blood pressure and heart disease
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Makara Mudra
Touch left thumb and ring finger together. Place right thumb
inside of left palm resting in the webbing of left ring and
pinkie finger. Curl other fingers of right hand behind left
hand.
Benefits: Increases inner strength
Practice Tips: Use when feeling zapped of energy reserves,
depressed or dissatisfied
Palli Mudra
Touch the tips of the thumb and ring finger together, crossthe index finger in front of the middle finger, extend the littlefinger; rest back of hands on thighs.Benefits: Draws awareness inward, opens the heart andthroatPractice Tips: Use when feeling lethargy, low self-esteemContraindications: Anxiety, Hyperthyroidism
Prana Mudra
Touch tips of thumb, ring, and little fingers together, extendindex and middle fingers into V shape.Benefits: Activates upward flowing prana in bodyPractice Tips: Use to feel lightness and more energized in thebody. Try holding arms overhead and pointing up at the skyContraindications: Anxiety
Shivalingam Mudra
Place left palm up, place right fist with thumb extendedupwards in left palm; press elbows forward.Benefits: Energizing, connection to personal powerPractice Tips: Use whenever you feel lethargic or pushedaround
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Surya Mudra
Curl tip of the ring finger into the base of the thumb andpress thumb on top, extend index, middle and little fingers;rest back of hands on thighs.Benefit: Activates energy at the solar plexus, stimulatesmetabolism, lengthens breathPractice Tips: Use when feeling a lack of energyContraindications: High blood pressure
Matangi Mudra
Interlace the fingers together and extend the middle fingersupwards, hold in front of the chest.Benefits: Activates solar plexus and digestionPractice Tips: Use when feeling low energy or low enthusiasmContraindications: High blood pressure
Merudanda Mudra
Make a fist and extend thumb up, keeping gentle pressure offingernails against palm. Rest hands on thighs with thumbspointing upBenefits: Activates the prana in the center of the chest,warms the bodyPractice Tips: Use when feeling low energy, or with sluggishdigestionContraindications: High blood pressure
Urdhva Merudanda Mudra
Make a soft fist and extend thumb away from palm; Lightlypress fingernails into the palm; rest back of hands on thighswith thumbs pointing away from each other.Benefits: Energizes nervous systemPractice Tips: Use when feeling lethargic or depressedContraindications: High blood pressure
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