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Twisted Cobra Stretch

Liney Bezuidenhout
Liney Bezuidenhout
@Liney Bezuidenhout
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Optional Equipment

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Yoga Mat

Muscle Groups

Primary

Secondary

Instructions

Setup

Begin in a high plank position, then lift your hips up and back to form an inverted 'V' shape, entering the Downward Facing Dog position. Spread your fingers wide and press firmly through your palms.

Movement

  1. From the Downward Dog position, lift one leg off the floor.

  2. Bring that knee forward toward your chest, then place the shin on the ground, angling the foot toward the opposite hip to enter Pigeon Pose.

  3. Keep your hips square to the floor and gently press your chest upward, maintaining a neutral spine.

  4. Hold momentarily to feel the stretch in your glutes and hips.

  5. Press back up to return to Downward Dog and switch to the opposite leg.