Tuesday, May 31, 2016

may pose: lizard (dog optional)

Utthan Pristhasana
How to do it:
1. Start in a lunge with your right foot forward.
2. Bring both hands on the inside of your right foot, then start to walk your right foot out towards the edge of your mat (keeping your foot pointing forward)
3. Keep the length in your spine and reach your heart forward
4. Stay strong with your back leg and push back through your right heel.

*variations: back knee can come to the ground and bring hands or forearms to a block

Stay for 5-10 breaths and switch sides

Benefits:

  • Stretches and opens the hips
  • Strengthens the legs
  • Improves flexibility