One Half Locust
A position focusing on stretching and strengthening the back.
Instructions
- Lay flat on your stomach with your legs together and arms alongside the body, palms down.
- Inhale and lift one leg up towards the ceiling as high as you comfortably can, keeping the rest of your body flat on the ground.
- Hold this position for a few seconds, exhale and lower the leg down.
- Repeat on the other side.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Lifting the leg too high causing strain on the lower back.
- Not keeping the hips grounded.
- Holding the breath instead of maintaining regular breathing.
Additional Information
| General | |
| Difficulty | intermediate |
| Force | static |
| Mechanic | |
| Equipment | |
| Muscle | lower back |