Reclined Big Toe

Hold Time

3-5 minutes

Benefits

• Deep hamstring stretch for elevated leg
• Offers stretch for arms and shoulders
• Strengthens core

Entering and Exiting

Enter: Lie flat on your back and lift your right leg. Grab your right big toe with your right hand, and pull it toward your head. Keep your back body flat and grounded, but bend your knee as much as you need to.

Exit: Slowly let go of your toe and let your leg back down to meet the other.

Modifications

• Bend knee as much as needed
• Bend other leg and place foot on the mat as you stretch your other leg
• Use a strap to pull your leg in closer
• Your other hand can be out to the side or resting on your body

Contraindications

• Avoid if you have hamstring or quadriceps injuries
• Be careful if you have injured shoulders

Counter Poses

• Reclined Big Toe other side
• Reclined Twist
• Child's Pose
• Shavasana