Active Sitting
Yoga: Pretzel hip opener
Yoga
Exercise Description:
Yoga: Pretzel hip opener
Classification:
Yoga
Instruction:
Begin by lying on the back, knees bent, feet flat on the floor. Pick up the left foot and grip the left heel with the right hand, now pick up the right foot and grab the right heel with the left hand. Stack the knees on top of one and other and slowly pull the feet down towards the floor. Hold this pose for 5 to 15 deep breaths. Repeat on the other side.
Side Note:
Increases the flexibility of the piriformis glute, lower back and hip musculature. Helps to alleviate lower back pain. Calms and quiets the mind.
