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1. From a kneeling position, step one foot forward.
2. Bend into your front knee, stacking it over your ankle.
2. Curl the toes of your back foot under for stability.
3. Place your hands on your hips for balance, or raise them overhead with shoulders relaxed.
4. Keep your chest lifted and hips facing forward. Breathe deeply and hold the pose for 20-30 seconds.
5. Return to kneeling, then repeat on the opposite side.
Exercise notes:
● For added comfort, place a folded towel or blanket under your back knee.
● Keep hands on hips if shoulder mobility is limited.
● For an added stretch of your side body, raise your arms overhead and reach toward the sky with your fingers.
● To make the movement more challenging, gently lift the back knee up and down off the mat.
Disclaimer: Use caution if you experience knee pain or dizziness.
Disclaimer: If you have been inactive for a while, have heart disease, or a close relative with heart disease or if you have other major health problems, or are pregnant, please check with your doctor before following these workouts.
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