Lizard with Straight Arms

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The front foot of one leg is rooted onto the earth with the knee directly above and tracking the ankle at a 90-degree angle. The back leg is straight, with no bend in the knee, and the weight is distributed backward onto the toes as the back heel pushes back and down toward the earth. The inner thighs are scissors toward each other and the pelvis is tucked under with the ribcage lifted and the chin slightly tucked. Both arms are straight (no bend in the elbows) on the inside of the front knee. The palms are pressed into the earth with the fingers spread wide and the knuckles flat. The gaze is forward and down following the natural extension of the neck.

Benefits

• Creates flexibility and strength. Promotes stability in the front and back of the torso.
• Tones the lower body.
• Stretches the chest, lungs, shoulders, arms, neck, belly, groins (psoas) and the muscles of the back.
• Strengthens and stretches the inner thighs, calves and ankles.

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.