If you've taken a few yoga classes, you'll find that depending on the instructor and the style of yoga, some poses are easy and relaxing, and some are better saved for those with incredible strength and flexibility. That's part of the beauty of yoga — there's a pose fit for everyone's needs and abilities.
Since the backs of our legs are a common tight area, here are three ways you can stretch those hamstrings. Head to Knee A will be the easiest, and allow you to focus on stretching one leg at a time. The middle pose, Intense Side Stretch, is a bit more challenging, and the last pose, Split, is meant for those with very flexible hamstrings. Choose the pose that best suits you, or follow the entire sequence, moving from easiest to hardest.
 Head to Knee A |
 Intense Side Stretch |
 Split |
If yoga is one of your favorite forms of fitness, then check out the Yoga Stretch and Tell group.
Lola Rose
Mmmmm ok but I have NEVER been able to touch my toes so that means Head to Knee A is already an impossibility, I can assure you. Never mind though I can at least sit upright and stretch towards my toes...and this is an important stretch to do. It can be done sitting as in the picture here or in a standing position, which I prefer as it deepens the lower back stretch as well.Oh since we are on the pics here, I simply love the fact that you are targeting one of the most neglected muscle groups of the body. I would upright leg stretching where you stand with one leg raised at right angles straight in front of you and you bend over that leg reaching for your toes, and then change to the other leg. Here is a photo of what I mean...mmmm as soon as I learn how to post a photo...
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SugarDaddy
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