Purpose
Increases
flexibility, tones the nerves in the spine,
strengthens the hip joints. The main focus
of the pose are the hamstrings which receive
a profound stretch.
Instructions
Stand with your
feet apart and arms to the side at shoulder
level. Inhale, Exhale, bend forward and simultaneously
twist your torso downward towards the right
leg.Grasp your right ankle with your left
hand and pull gently as your right arm lifts
and straightens up toward the ceiling. Look
at your hand left hand. Hold for several breaths.
Then Inhale and return to the starting position.
Repeat on the other side. Do once or twice.