Lunge

Benefits:

  • Stretches hip flexors

  • Relieves low back pain

  • Stretches thigh muscles

  • Relieves tension

  Steps:

  • Start on all fours

  • Move your hands towards the left side of your mat

  • Step your right foot forward, placing your right foot to the right of both hands

  • Scoot your left leg back, making it straighter, coming into a lunge

  • Check that your right knee is directly over your right ankle (protects your ligaments)

  • Relax your belly, breathing into your belly, and relaxing your hips down

  • Stay here for 4-5 slow breaths

  • Bring your right foot back, coming back to all fours

  • Repeat on the left side

Repeat 2-3 times on each side