
Yoga Practice:
Side Angle Pose
Benefits:
Strengthens muscles of the legs, seat, abdomen, and shoulders
Stabilizes ankles, knees, hips, and low spine
Stretches the inner thigh muscles
Cultivates strength and endurance
Instructions:
Jump or step your feet apart.
Turn your left foot in and your right foot forward.
Bent your right knee.
Gently lower your arm to rest on your thigh, and bring your other hand up to your shoulder.
Extend your hand from your shoulder up over your head, and gaze at your fingertips.
Hold this pose for a couple of breaths, then lower your hands and step your feet together.
Repeat on your opposite side.