Supta Padangusthasana Ii

Reclining Hand To Big Toe Pose 2

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Reclining Hand To Big Toe Pose 2 demonstrated on a yoga mat
Right-side demonstration

How to do Reclining Hand To Big Toe Pose 2

  1. Extend your left leg along the mat and bring your right knee toward your chest.
  2. Hold your right big toe with your right hand, keeping your shoulder on the mat.
  3. Extend your right leg upward only as far as you can without straining.
  4. Open your right leg to the right, stopping before your left hip lifts.
  5. Keep your pelvis settled without pressing your lower back flat.
  6. Rest your left hand on your left hip to help keep that side steady.
  7. Reach through your left heel, keeping your left kneecap pointing toward the ceiling.
  8. Guide your right leg back toward the ceiling, keeping your pelvis steady.

Variations

Hold a strap around your right forefoot with your right hand, keeping your shoulder down. Rest your left arm out to the side, keeping your left shoulder relaxed.