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Standing Separate Legs Stretching

10/21/2017

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INTENTION
This posture stretches the hamstrings and inverts the upper body.

At first, when the hamstrings are tight, you may feel a stretch in the lower back along with the legs. Focus on creating length in the back of the legs. Point the tailbone up and flatten the spine to bring the head closer to the floor. Hold the position in complete stillness and appreciate the peacefulness of the posture.

BREATH
Take full, deep breaths in this posture.

BENEFITS
This is an inversion with the head below the heart. It slows the heart rate and slows down the thoughts in the mind. It deeply stretches the back of the legs (hamstrings). If fosters stillness and a sense of calm. It increases strength in the feet and improves balance.

NOTE
When you come out of the posture, be careful of lightheadedness, which is normal. Your blood pressure is returning to its upright status, so breathe deeply and take a moment to let the lightheadedness pass. If dizziness continues, squat down or kneel until it passes.

​Excerpt from the Ghosh Yoga Practice Manual - Beginning
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Ara link
10/31/2017 07:00:44 am

I love reading these!
In regards to pointing the tailbone up in this one I have concerns. Myself and other people who have overly flexible joints can tend to overstretch and injure the upper hamstrings and tendons when practicing this common instruction.
Instead I cue my students (and myself) to hug the sits bones towards each other and press the hips up to the ceiling. I instruct this after setting up the foot and leg actions as well.
Practicing this way has been wonderful for strengthening the hips and pelvis and allows the stretch to move to the belly of the hamstrings where it should be. :)

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