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Fit & Flexible Friday - Extended Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose

5/31/2014

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The extended hand-to-big-toe pose challenges your balance and flexibility.  It is a great hip opener and helps you to find your center of gravity.  I have found this pose to be extremely helpful in loosening up my hips, hamstrings, and calves from my running.
1. Begin by standing on both feet in mountain pose to find your balance. Then, reach for your right ankle and place your foot on your left inner thigh or below the knee.  Press equal pressure from your left leg into the ground, and your right foot into your inner thigh.
2. Maintaing your balance by pressing your left leg down into the ground, use your right hand to grab for your right big toe as you slowly lift up your right leg, keeping your right hip open.
3. Slowly extend your arms and right leg, using your left extended arm to find balance. Finally, place your left hand on your hip and find a spot ahead of you to maintain a soft gaze to remain balanced. 
To come out of the pose, bend the right knee, and slowly lower the right leg to the ground, finding mountain pose.  Repeat on the other side.
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