Try It Now: Yoga
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- Why You'll Love Yoga
- 1. Warrior II (standing pose)
- 2. Tree (balancing pose)
- 3. Downward Dog (partial inversion)
- 4. Wide-Legged Forward Fold (forward bend)
- 5. Bridge Pose (back bend)
- 6. Seated Spinal Twist (twist)
- Find Your Yoga Style
3. Downward Dog (partial inversion)
Stretches: Hamstrings and calves, strengthens shoulders
- Begin on all fours; press spread fingers firmly into the floor.
- Bring your knees off floor as you lift tailbone toward ceiling.
- Gradually straighten legs by shifting thighs back, pressing heels toward the floor.
- Press shoulders down and keep head between arms. Stay for 1 minute.
Make it easier: If you have tight hamstrings, keep your knees slightly bent or pedal your feet by alternating the heels toward the floor.
