Yoga: Reclining hero pose
Yoga
Exercise Description:
Yoga: Reclining hero pose
Classification:
Yoga
Instruction:
Begin by sitting in hero pose. Either by sitting on a foam block or on the floor. The knees are a few inches apart and spread the feet about 18 inches apart until they rest beside your hips. Insure that the inner side of each calf touches the outer side of each thigh. Turn the soles of the feet towards the ceiling. Now place the hands behind the body, fingertips facing forward. Only if the quadriceps are flexible slowly lower yourself down onto the elbows. Hold the toes and only if the neck is strong and flexible relax the crown of the head backwards. Remain here for 5 to 10 deep breaths. If there is any strain in the knees raise yourself up to a modified position.
Side Note:
Aids digestion after a large meal. Soothes the mind and the body. Increases the flexibility of the quadriceps, hips, knees and lower back. Soothes acidity and stomach ulcers. Reduces menstrual cramps. Increases the flexibility of the ankles.
