20-Minute Energizing Workout

Kicking Lion

Targets: Back, shoulders, arms, abs, hips

A. Start in downward dog (inverted V, palms and feet on ground) with feet more than shoulder-width apart. Bend knees so they hover just above ground. Look forward.

B. Place right heel on ground, toes pointed out to side. Lift right hand; extend bent left leg to right. Use core strength to hover for 2 breaths.

C. Bring left hip through, kicking leg straight out, foot flexed. Lift right hand slightly forward; balance here for 3 breaths. Return to start. Do 5 to 10 reps. Switch sides and repeat.