POSE TWO
Hip and Knee Extensions
This pose encourages soft mobility through the lower body and helps you feel where your range is today.
Always start and finish in Reclined Mountain Pose.
A
Stabilize
Gently lift up your right leg and draw your knee toward your belly.
Support your right leg with both hands.
B
Action
Create movement in your right leg.
Bend and extend your right knee.
Straighten your leg, only go as far as you can.
Hug your leg toward your body with both hands.
Flex and extend your ankle.
Point the toes. Roll your ankles to the right and the left.
C
Deeper Action
Pull your knee toward your outer shoulder, away from the rib cage.
How far can your knee come toward the body while keeping your extended leg on the mat?
Spread your toes. Curl your toes. Feel into the movements.
Now switch legs.