Uttana Pristhasana - Lizard Pose

Try out this Asana with me?, Health Challenge Invite.Shapes thighs and calves.

STEPS :

1. Start in Downward-Facing Dog. Inhale.
2. Exhale as you step your right foot to the outside of your right hand. Make sure your foot comes all the way to the front of your yoga mat so your toes are in line with your fingers. Your right knee should be bent at a 90-degree angle and stacked above the ankle. Your toes should point out about 45 degrees.
3. Inhale as you bring your elbows to the floor with your forearms flat on your mat. Spread your palms out on the floor (use a block underneath the forearms here if necessary).
4. Keep your head in a neutral, relaxed position.
5. Exhale and press into your left heel to keep your left leg active. This will help ensure your hips don't sag toward the floor.
6. Stay for 5 deep, full breaths.
7. When you're ready to release from the pose, exhale deeply and straighten your arms so your wrists are under your shoulders.
8. Inhale and step back to Downward Dog.
9. Stay in your starting pose for several breaths.
10. Repeat the steps starting with your left leg forward to ensure the pose is performed equally on both sides.

Benefits

• Promotes flexibility of chest and hips
• Tones the abdominal muscles
• Improves reproductive health
• Helps in releasing toxins
• Strengthens spine and shoulders
• Improve body balance

 

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.