Revolved Figure Four

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STEPS :

1. one leg is lifted and the ankle is placed across the opposite thigh with the knee opening to the side and the shin coming parallel to the ground.
2. The hands are brought into prayer position into the chest
3. The torso can be lowered forwards so that the forearms rest on the shin with a deeper knee bend in the standing leg.

Benefits

• Stretches shoulders, thighs, chest and wrists.
• Strengthens the back, hips, ankles, calves and quadriceps.
• Eases symptoms of flat feet.
• Stretches the lower back and your hip.
• Increases the flexibility of the spine and back.
• Stretches the shoulders.
• Challenges the balance.

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.