Low to High Pose Lunge

Low-to-High Lunge Pose

1. Starting Position:

   • Stand upright with your feet together and arms at your sides.

2. Step Forward:

   • Take a big step forward with your right foot, bending your right knee to form a lunge. Ensure your knee is directly over your ankle and your left leg is extended straight behind you.

   • Lower your hips toward the floor, feeling a stretch in your left hip flexor.

3. Position Your Arms:

   • While maintaining the lunge, raise your arms overhead, reaching them straight up towards the ceiling. Keep your shoulders relaxed and away from your ears.

4. Hold the Position:

   • Hold this low lunge position for a few deep breaths, focusing on keeping your balance.

5. Transition to High Lunge:

   • If comfortable, move from the low lunge to a high lunge by straightening your right leg while keeping your left knee elevated slightly off the ground.

6. Final Position:

   • Ensure your torso is upright, and engage your core. Your arms should remain raised overhead.

7. Return to Starting Position:

   • To end the pose, carefully step back to return to the starting position. Repeat on the opposite side, stepping forward with your left foot.

Tips:

• Keep your gaze forward to help maintain balance.

• If you're having trouble with balance, you can place your back knee on the ground.

• Listen to your body; only stretch as far as feels comfortable.