Lunge Pose
July 20, 2010 by Courtney Chalfant
Filed under Christian Yoga Weekly Pose
Step By Step
- From Mountain Pose step one foot back (basic).
- From Downward Dog take foot to hand (advanced).
- Hands on outside of feet, come onto fingers.
- Front knee comes over ankle by wiggling back foot back.
- Lift back inner thigh up and hug inner legs in together.
- Inhale back into body and exhale and soften behind heart.
- Head up and looking forward.
Benefits
- Stretches the shoulders, chest, and groins.
- Strengthens arches, knees, thighs, calves and ankles.
- Increases muscular endurance.
- Relieves symptoms of sciatica.
This is an excerpt from our guide to self-care, Christian Yoga: Restoration for Body and Soul.
