How to do it
Spread your fingers wide and press through the base of each finger.
- 1
Start in a high plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart and feet together.
- 2
Lift your hips up and back, coming into a downward dog position with your heels pressing towards the floor.
- 3
Lift one leg up towards the ceiling, keeping it straight and your hips level.
- 4
Lower the leg back down and switch to the other leg, lifting it towards the ceiling.
- 5
Alternate legs for the desired number of repetitions while maintaining the downward dog position.
Expert tip
Ensure your weight is evenly distributed between your hands and feet, and keep your spine straight as you lift each leg.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rotating the hips open as the leg rises
- ✕Bending the knee of the lifted leg
- ✕Letting the head hang between the arms