Forward Bend Back Stretch
Fingers laced behind the back, fold forward and let the straight arms fall over the head; the chest, shoulders and hamstrings stretch.
How to do it
Setup
Standing, feet hip-width, fingers laced behind the back, arms straight.
Steps
- Fold forward from the hips, knees soft.
- Let the clasped arms drop toward the floor over the head by their own weight.
- Hold and breathe, then bend the knees and roll up slowly.
Common mistakes
Pulling the arms over with force: let them fall by their own weight. Locked knees: keep them soft to spare the lower back. Standing up fast: bend the knees and rise slowly.
Breathing
Exhale on the way down, then breathe evenly in the hold.
