How to do it
Plant both palms flat on the floor beside your legs to anchor your position.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
- 2
Bend your left knee and place your left ankle on top of your right knee.
- 3
Bend your right knee and slide your right shin under your left shin.
- 4
Adjust your position so that your shins are stacked with each foot flexed.
- 5
Maintain an upright posture, and if you feel comfortable, lean forward to deepen the stretch.
- 6
Hold the pose for several breaths, then switch sides.
Expert tip
Ensure that your hips are square and both sit bones are in contact with the floor to avoid putting unnecessary strain on your knees.
Common mistakes
- ✕Top knee lifting high above the bottom ankle
- ✕Rounding forward from the upper back
- ✕Letting both feet go slack and unflexed