Parivrtta Parvakonasana Reverse Extended Lateral Angle

Foundations of Posture:

Begin at the back of your space with your feet hip width apart - hands on your hips. On an exhale, take a giant step forward with the right leg. Begin to bend the right knee to a 90 degree angle.  Note: make sure the knee is aligned over the ankle and shin is straight up and down Charge the back leg by lifting the front of the thigh up towards the sky while you root the tailbone down. Front leg is relax and extending down in to the bone of the right leg. Isometrically press both feet into the ground and engage the muscles of the inner thighs - as if you were to "scissor" your legs together, but without physically moving them. Left arms reaches across the right leg and is placed on the outside of the right foot.  Note: If this is challenging, use a block (see image below). Right arm reaches up into the sky. Turn to look up at your right hand. To release: Unwind the twist and bring both hands to your waist. Step your back leg to meet the front and repeat on other side.

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