Utthan Pristhasana

A deep lunge with both hands to the inside of the front foot, intensely stretching the hip flexors and inner thighs.

Alignment Cues

• 1.From a low lunge, walk the front foot to the edge of the mat
• 2.Place both hands or forearms on the inside of the front foot
• 3.Keep the back knee down or lifted
• 4.Sink the hips toward the floor
• 5.Keep the chest lifted and spine long

Benefits

• +Opens the hip flexors and hamstrings
• +Stretches the inner thighs
• +Strengthens the legs
• +Prepares for deeper hip openers