UTTHITA PARSVOKONASANA
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start in Tadasana
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inhale and jump feet 4ft apart (or step feet if back problems are present)
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at the same time raise arms to shoulder height - palms down
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turn the right foot in about 15 degrees and turn the left foot out 90 degrees
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line up front heel with back instep
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keep right leg straight and bend left leg to 90 degrees (thigh parallel
to ground)
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hinge from the hip taking trunk sideways over left leg
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place left hand on the ground (use blocks for height if necessary) by outer
edge of foot
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stretch right arm over head - palm down
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BREATHE!!!
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hold for 20-30 seconds then return to standing position with legs wide
and arms out
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repeat on the other side
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jump back to Tadasana
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