Yoga: Kneeling single leg half bow

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#502 Yoga: Kneeling single leg half bow

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Yoga: Kneeling single leg half bow

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Begin in a kneeling position body is upright and toes are tucked under. Place the right hand down onto the floor 10 inches away from the knee. Inhale and extend the left leg out to the side aligning with the right knee and the right hand. Sweep the left arm across the body bringing the bicep towards the ear and look up towards the sky. To make this pose easier, place the foam block underneath the right hand. Tuck the tailbone under and gently push the hips forward allowing the spine to gently arch. Extend the left leg out to the side and reach out through the left arm creating a long line of energy increasing the stretch. The right palm is flat on the floor and the right knee is underneath the right hip. For more advanced, contract the abdominals lift the pelvic floor muscles and inhale lift the left leg up off the floor. Hold the pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths. Repeat on the other side. Bend the left knee and grab onto the outside of the left foot with the left hand. Gently push the hips and chest forward as you look back towards the foot. Push the foot into the hand and allow the spine to arch. Hold this pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths. Repeat on the other side.

Increases the flexibility of the intercostal muscles/the muscles between the ribcage. This helps to increase lung expansion. Increases the flexibility of the quadratus lumborum, erector spina, latissimus dorsi, and obliques. Strengthens the wrists, arms, shoulders, quadriceps, lower back and abdominals. Alleviates fatigue and lower back pain. Improves balance, coordination and focus. Improves the flexibility of the hip flexor and quadricep musculature. Increases the openness in the lumbar, thoracic and chest musculature.

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