Introduction

This yoga-based circuit is designed to build strength, flexibility, and mobility across your entire body—including the neck, spine, shoulders, core, hips, and lower body. Incorporating full range of motion for every joint, this practice will help improve posture, movement efficiency, and injury prevention.

This circuit-style routine can be used as a standalone workout, warm-up, or cool-down session.

How to Perform This Yoga Circuit

• Duration: 30–45 minutes
• Structure: Flow through each pose in sequence, holding each for 30–60 seconds or performing 5-10 slow reps where applicable.
• Breathing: Maintain deep diaphragmatic breathing (inhale through the nose, exhale through the mouth/nose).
• Repetitions: Complete 1-3 rounds depending on time and fitness level.

Full-Body Strengthening, Lengthening & Mobility Yoga Circuit (Including Neck)

1. Seated or Standing Neck Rolls & Stretches

(Targets: Neck mobility, cervical spine, traps, and posture muscles)

• Sit or stand tall, shoulders relaxed.
• Slowly drop your right ear toward your right shoulder, hold for a few breaths.
• Roll your chin down toward your chest, then to the left shoulder.
• Complete 3-5 slow, controlled neck circles each way.
• Then, gently tuck the chin, lengthen the back of the neck, and hold for 30 sec.

2. Standing Full-Body Warm-Up: Dynamic Sun Salutations

(Targets: Spine, shoulders, hamstrings, hips, chest, and core stability)

• Inhale – Reach arms overhead, lengthen through your spine.
• Exhale – Forward Fold (Uttanasana), stretching hamstrings and lower back.
• Inhale – Half Lift (Ardha Uttanasana), lengthening the spine.
• Exhale – Step back to Plank Pose, engaging core and shoulders.
• Inhale – Lower into Chaturanga (or modify with knees down).
• Exhale – Upward Dog or Cobra Pose, opening chest and spine.
• Inhale – Push back into Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana), stretching shoulders, hamstrings, and calves.
• Exhale – Walk or jump forward, return to standing.
  Repeat 3-5 rounds to fully warm up.

3. Deep Core & Neck Activation: Bird-Dog to Plank Flow

(Targets: Core, lower back, neck control, and hip mobility)

• Start in Tabletop Position (hands under shoulders, knees under hips).
• Inhale – Extend your right arm forward and left leg back (Bird-Dog).
• Exhale – Draw elbow to knee under your belly, rounding your spine.
• Repeat 5-10 reps per side, then switch.
• Next, transition to Forearm Plank (hold for 30-60 sec).

Neck Addition: While holding Bird-Dog, gently tuck your chin to lengthen the back of your neck.

4. Warrior Flow with Side Bends & Neck Rotation

(Targets: Legs, hips, shoulders, obliques, and cervical spine mobility)

• Step into Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I), right foot forward, arms overhead.
• Inhale – Lengthen your spine.
• Exhale – Lean to the left, side bending to open the ribs.
• Inhale – Return to center.
• Exhale – Lean to the right.
  Repeat 5 reps per side, then switch legs.

Neck Addition: After each side bend, rotate the neck toward the arm overhead for a gentle cervical stretch.

5. Hip & Hamstring Flexibility: Pyramid to Lizard Pose Flow

(Targets: Hamstrings, hip flexors, quads, and inner thighs)

• Step right foot forward into Pyramid Pose (Parsvottanasana).
• Inhale – Halfway lift to lengthen your back.
• Exhale – Fold deeper, stretching the hamstrings.
• Inhale – Bend the front knee, lower into Lizard Pose (Utthan Pristhasana).
• Exhale – Sink hips deeper, keeping the back leg extended.
  Hold 30-60 sec, then switch sides.

Neck Addition: While in Pyramid Pose, nod “yes” and shake “no” gently to release neck tension.

6. Deep Squat Twists with Neck Release

(Targets: Hips, ankles, quads, core, and thoracic spine)

• Lower into a Yogi Squat (Malasana).
• Inhale – Place hands in prayer, keeping chest lifted.
• Exhale – Rotate to the right, placing your right hand down and left arm reaching up.
• Inhale – Return to center.
• Exhale – Rotate to the left.
  Repeat 5-10 reps per side.

Neck Addition: After each twist, gently turn your head toward the extended arm for an extra neck stretch.

7. Puppy Pose with Shoulder & Neck Stretch

(Targets: Upper back, shoulders, and cervical spine lengthening)

• Start in Tabletop Position.
• Walk hands forward, keeping hips over knees.
• Drop your chest toward the floor, stretching shoulders.
• Rest forehead or chin on the mat.

Neck Addition: While in Puppy Pose, slightly tilt the head side to side to release tension.

8. Full-Body Strength & Mobility: Reverse Plank with Neck Alignment

(Targets: Core, shoulders, glutes, and back extensors)

• Sit with legs extended, hands behind hips.
• Lift hips into Reverse Plank.
• Hold for 30 sec or lift one leg at a time for 5 reps each side.

Neck Addition: Keep the head aligned or gently drop it back (only if comfortable).

9. Supine Spinal Twists with Neck Mobility

(Targets: Spine, hips, core, and neck relaxation)

• Lie on your back, knees bent.
• Drop both knees to one side in a Supine Twist.
• Switch sides after 30 sec.

Neck Addition: Turn your head opposite to the knees for a gentle spinal-shoulder-neck release.

10. Closing Stretches & Relaxation: Reclined Butterfly & Savasana

(Targets: Hips, inner thighs, neck, and relaxation)

• Lie on your back, feet together, knees falling open in Reclined Butterfly Pose.
• Hold for 1 min, breathing deeply.
• Finish in Savasana (Corpse Pose) for 2-5 minutes.

Neck Addition: Place a small towel under your neck for natural support and deep relaxation.

Final Thoughts

This Full-Body Strength, Mobility & Lengthening Circuit now includes the neck, ensuring a comprehensive routine that promotes better posture, movement, and recovery. Practicing this 2-3 times per week will lead to noticeable improvements in flexibility, strength, and overall body alignment.