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Supta Hasta Padangusthasana - Supine Hand to Toe (Preparation)

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Supta Hasta Padangusthasana - Supine Hand to Toe (Preparation)

Supta Hasta Padangusthasana - Supine Hand to Toe (Preparation)

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3 Minutes
Intermediate

STEPS :

  1. Lie on your back, legs extended, feet flexed pressing out through the heels.
  2. On an exhalation draw the right knee into your chest, loop a strap around the arch of the right foot, or hook your first two fingers around your big toe.
  3. Extend the right leg up to the ceiling. Straighten your arms but keep both your shoulders on the mat. 
  4. Keep your left leg engaged and press the top of your left thigh down with your hand.  Extend through the right heel creating a comfortable stretch in your hamstrings.
  5. Stay for 5 breaths, then open your right leg out bringing it towards the floor on your right side. Keep the left hip grounded. Stay for 5 more breaths. 
  6. Bring your leg back to centre and then lower it back to the mat. Repeat on the other side

Benefits

  • Stretches the hamstrings and strengthens the leg.
  • Alleviates stiffness in lower back and some kinds of backache.
  • Stretches hamstrings, calves, and inner thighs.
  • Relieves arthritis pain in hips and knees.
  • Aligns pelvis.

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.