More from Prevention: 10 Health Problems You Can Fix With Yoga Whether you’re new to yoga or not, spending a few minutes with these simple yoga poses and breathing exercises will help clear your mind so you can cast a mindful vote: Balasana (Child’s Pose) Begin by kneeling on the floor. Put your big toes together and open your knees slightly wider than your hips. Lay your torso onto your thighs and let your head rest on the mat. Bring your arms back by your sides, palms up. Remain in this pose for 1 to 3 minutes. Vrksasana (Tree Pose) Begin by standing with your feet together, spine straight and head erect, shoulders down, arms along the sides of the body, fingers spread and active. Begin to shift the weight over to the right foot, lifting the left foot off the floor. Bend the left knee, bringing the sole of the left foot high onto the inner right thigh. Press the foot into the thigh and the thigh back into the foot. Place your hands in prayer position in front of your chest or take your arms overhead while drawing your shoulder blades down toward your waist. Hold for 3 to 5 breaths and change sides. Alternate Nostril Breathing Begin by finding a comfortable seated position and hold your right nostril with a finger. Inhale and exhale through the other one. Now release your finger and repeat the same activity with the left nostril. Do this for 5 to 6 minutes regularly, as it is a great yoga position for concentration that clears your mind and helps you to concentrate. Relaxed? Now get out and vote! More from Prevention: Get Happier With Yoga
