15-minute daily yoga flow for a flexible spine and hips

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Cat-Cow Stretch (3 min)

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Happy Baby Pose (3 min)

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Downward-Facing Dog (3 min)

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Low Lunge (3 min)

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Bridge Pose (3 min)

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Butterfly Pose (3 min)

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