Standing Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose
Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana
How to
Standing on one leg, draw the opposite knee up and hold the big toe (or shin), then slowly extend the leg forward or out to the side.
Benefits
- Improves balance and hip flexibility
- Strengthens the standing leg
- Sharpens focus
Practice
Hold for 5 breaths per side; keep a slight bend in the extended leg if the hamstring is tight.
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General information, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or pain, talk to a doctor or qualified teacher first.
