As usual here is my video for #YogaLikeADharmaBum And some options for you for today's pose SPLITS 1: begin in downward facing dog and step your right leg (or left leg whichever ) to the front of the mat In between your hands and place your left knee (or right ) to the ground (this is your low lunge position) with your knees hip-distance apart. Rotate your thighs inward and press your shins and the tops of your feet into the floor. Do not squeeze your buttocks.
2: Extend your right leg in front of you with your heel on the floor. Lean your torso forward a little bit and press your fingertips firmly on the floor. You can also press your hands onto yoga blocks, placed alongside each hip.
3: Straighten your right leg, but do not lock or hyperextend your knee. Slowly begin to press your right heel forward, away from your torso. Keep rotating your right thigh inward, so your kneecap points upward, toward the ceiling. At the same time, slide your left knee back. Stop where you begin to feel the stretch ( There is a tendency to want to bounce your hips down here (DO NOT BOUNCE ?) Press the top of your left foot into the floor, or tuck your left toes for more stability.
4: Keep your hips squared to the front of your mat and parallel to each other. Check to ensure your left leg is reaching directly behind you and is not splayed out to the side. The center of your left kneecap should be pressing on the floor. Flex your right foot, reaching your toes toward the ceiling.
5: If you are comfortable and stable here, then bring your torso upright. Place your hands at your chest in prayer position or reach your arms straight up to the ceiling. Gaze softly at the horizon.
6: Hold for up to one minute if you can, To release, press your hands firmly into the floor. Let your right leg drop open slightly as you gently draw your right heel back to downward facing dog and rest in child's pose. Again don't forget to tag your hosts @this.is.aly.r @clarerdubai and myself and our sponsor @dharmabumsactive in your posts so we can see and use #YogaLikeADharmaBum ?? ? my whole outfit is by @dharmabumsactive