Wide-Stance Forward Fold Stretch

Setup

• Stand with your feet significantly wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward or slightly inward.

• Ensure you have a stable base on a yoga mat or non-slip surface.

Movement

• Place your hands on your hips and hinge forward at your hips, maintaining a flat back as you descend.

• Once your torso is parallel to the ground or lower, place your hands on the floor directly beneath your shoulders.

• Inhale to find length in your spine, then exhale, bending your elbows and allowing your crown to reach towards the floor, deepening the fold.

• Keep your weight evenly distributed across your feet and engage your quadriceps to support the stretch in your hamstrings.

• Hold the position for 30–60 seconds, maintaining steady, deep breaths.