How to do it
Press the outer heel of your front foot down to ground the leg.
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Begin in a standing position with your feet about 3 to 4 feet apart.
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Turn your back foot slightly outward and your front foot straight ahead.
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Square your hips to the front.
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Fold forward over your front leg, keeping your spine elongated.
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Place your hands on the floor or a block for support.
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Hold for several breaths, then switch sides.
Expert tip
Engage your thigh muscles and keep your spine long to avoid rounding your back as you fold forward.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the front knee bend during the fold
- ✕Rotating the hips away from the front
- ✕Shifting weight onto the back foot