How to do it
Engage your inner thighs to create stability in the wide stance.
- 1
Begin in a wide stance with your feet about 3 to 4 feet apart.
- 2
Turn your front foot out and your back foot in slightly.
- 3
Extend your arms to the sides and hinge at the hips to fold forward over your front leg.
- 4
Place your opposite hand on the floor or a block outside of your front foot.
- 5
Extend your other arm toward the ceiling, opening your chest.
- 6
Hold for several breaths, then switch sides.
Expert tip
Keep both legs straight and focus on rotating your torso from the spine to maximize the twist without straining.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hiking the back hip open during the twist
- ✕Dropping the top shoulder toward the floor
- ✕Placing the bottom hand too close