Draft
After a walk or run
Walking and running take the legs through the same movement over and over. These poses lengthen the back of the legs, the calves and the outer hips once you have finished.
How to use this
- Do these when you have finished and your body is warm.
- Ease into each pose and hold it steadily rather than bouncing.
The poses
Low Lunge
Anjaneyasana
Lengthens the front of the back hip.
Half Split
Ardha Hanumanasana
Lengthens the back of the front leg from a kneeling lunge.
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Pyramid Pose
Parsvottanasana
Folds over a straight front leg, lengthening the hamstring and calf.
Downward Dog
Adho Mukha Svanasana
Lengthens the calves and the backs of the legs together.
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Reclined Pigeon
Supta Kapotasana
Opens the outer hip while lying on the back.
Keep in mind
- This is general information about movement, not medical advice.
- Move within a range that feels comfortable. Stop if anything hurts, and ease off if you feel dizzy or short of breath.
- If you have an injury or a health condition, or are pregnant, check with a doctor or a qualified teacher first.