5 yoga asanas to tackle lazy winter mornings

Waking up on a cold winter morning can be tough. It's even harder to get out of bed and start your day. But there is one thing that can help: yoga. Yoga is a great way to warm up your body and get your energy flowing. It can also help to improve your mood and reduce stress.

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Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar)

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Sun Salutation is a series of 12 yoga poses that are linked together with breath. It is a great way to warm up your body and get your heart rate up.

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Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)

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Cat-Cow Pose is a gentle pose that helps to stretch your spine and neck. It is also a good way to warm up your body and get your energy flowing.

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Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)

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Downward-Facing Dog is a powerful pose that helps to strengthen your entire body. It is also a good way to wake up your mind and body.

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Warrior Pose (Virabhadrasana)

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Warrior Pose is a challenging pose that helps to build strength and balance. It is also a good way to improve your focus and concentration.

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Corpse Pose (Savasana)

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Corpse Pose is a relaxing pose that helps to reduce stress and anxiety. It is also a good way to improve your sleep.

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