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Pigeon
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Start on your hands and knees. Bring your right knee forward so that the knee is bent at about a 30 degree angle, the right ankle is near the left wrist, and you are perched on your outer right buttock and hip. Square your hips and shoulders. No stretch your left leg back. Use your right hand on the floor near your right hip for balance. Bend your left knee and catch your left foot with your left hand. Bring your left arm up near your left ear so that you must arch your torso into a backbend. Lift your chest and breathe. Keep bringing your left hip forward to square your hips. On an exhale release and repeat on the left side. Stretches, strengthens and tones spinal column; strengthens and limbers hip joints and groin muscles; stimulates metabolic and reproductive glands and organs; increases vitality. |
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DISCLAIMER: Not all of the yoga instruction is suitable to everyone. To reduce the risk of injury, please consult your doctor before beginning this or any other exercise program. Use your own discretion when performing these postures. Work at your own level and explore your own limits. The instructions and advise presented are in no way intended as a subsitute for medical care. |
