King Dancer

How to do King Dancer

1. Shift your weight onto your right foot and spread your toes.
2. Bend your left knee, bringing your left heel behind you.
3. Reach your left hand back to hold the inside of your left foot without twisting your knee.
4. Keep your right heel and the base of your toes grounded.
5. Keep a little softness in your right knee rather than locking it back.
6. Press your left foot gradually into your left hand, letting the thigh move back.
7. Keep the lift small enough that your lower back stays comfortable.
8. Reach your right arm forward as your chest inclines forward.
9. Keep your gaze on a still point in front of you.
10. Ease the pressure of your left foot into your hand and bring your chest upright.
11. Release your left foot and lower it beside your right foot.

Benefits

Dancer pairs the focus of a balance with a stretch across the front of your body.

Variations

Reach your right arm upward if your shoulder stays comfortable and your balance remains steady.