Low Lunge

How to

1. From downward dog, step right foot forward
2. Lower left knee to mat
3. Stack right knee over ankle
4. Lift torso upright
5. Reach arms overhead
6. Gaze forward or up

Benefits

• Opens hip flexors
• Strengthens legs
• Stretches groin
• Improves balance

Caution

• Knee injury (use padding)

Tips

• Keep front knee over ankle
• Engage back leg

Variations

• Hands on front thigh
• Backbend variation

Before this pose

After this pose