The first movement of sun salute A - inhaling to lift the arms - can be approached in different ways π More simply, this inhaling opens the thoracic cavity, expands the lungs, creates axial extension in the spine, and begins warming up the shoulders π«π«πͺ It can also be approached as the beginnings of a backbend, lubricating the spineπ¦΄π Either is a good option, as long as you pick your poison with safety in mind! π