How to:

Step feet wide apart, inside edges of the feet parallel.  With hands to hips, inhale lift the chest, exhale and hinge from the hips to fold forward, extending the spine.

Rest hands to the floor, on shins or wrap elbows to hang freely.

 

Great for:

Strengthening and stretching the backs of the legs and spine

Toning the abdominal organs

Calming the brain

Relieving mild backache

Tips for a safe practise