Hip Circles Stretch
Feet set wide, the pelvis travels round in slow circles as the hands ride on the hips; the inner and outer thighs lengthen in turn.
How to do it
Setup
Standing, feet wider than the shoulders, knees soft, hands on the hips.
Steps
- Shift the hips out over one foot.
- Carry them round, forward and back, over the other foot in a wide circle.
- Circle slowly several times, then change direction.
Common mistakes
Rocking the shoulders instead of the pelvis: the chest stays over the feet. Stiff knees: soft knees let the hips travel. Small quick circles: make them wide and slow so the thighs stretch.
Breathing
Steady throughout; never held.
