The Yoga Rx

PMS RX Yogis believe that menstruation is associated with a downward energy called apana vayu; postures like backbends and hip openers incorporated with gentle movement promote apana vayu and are said to boost circulation to the reproductive organs and help relieve any symptom-causing stagnation there. RECLINING BOUND-ANGLE POSE 1. Lie on your back with 2 folded blankets under your hips and lower back, your knees bent and your feet flat on your mat. Keep your ankles together and aligned with your knees, and your arms by your sides with your palms turned down. (continued on next page)