Wide Stance Forward Bend
Figure 10
Figure 10.1
Figure 10.2
- Stand with legs two to three feet apart. Inhaling raise the arms above your head with the palms facing forward.
- Exhale and slowly bend forward from the hips, keeping the back straight and looking forward. Place the palms flat on the floor. The palms are slightly ahead of the feet (fig 10). Go down only as far as you can, place your hands to your thighs or anywhere on the front of your legs that feels comfortable (fig 10.1). A variation of this stretch would be to take a firm hold on each foot (fig 10.2).
- While breathing deeply hold this position for 30-seconds. With each exhale try to deepen the stretch and let your head move further down. Always relax your neck and release your crown to the floor.
- Maneuver the feet closer together, inhale and slowly roll to a standing position.
Repeat three times
Benefits
- Refreshes the mind
- Rejuvenates the nervous system
Caution
- Not suitable for individuals with a slipped disk
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