Active Sitting
Yoga: Prone quadricep stretch
Yoga
Exercise Description:
Yoga: Prone quadricep stretch
Classification:
Yoga
Instruction:
Lie on the floor flat on the stomach. Bend the left knee and grip the left foot with the left hand. Gently push the hips towards the floor by tucking the tailbone under. Now bend the right knee and grip the right foot with the right hand. Squeeze the heels towards the buttocks and continue to press the hips towards the floor. Rest the head to one side. Be sure that the knees, ankles and hips are all in one line. Hold this pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths.
Side Note:
Deeply stretches the quadriceps, hip flexors and ankles. Helps to relieve lower back pain. Eases tension in the knees. Calms the mind.
