Extend arms straight out from shoulders and place palms on wall. Walk feet back until arms and back are parallel to floor, and legs are directly under hips. Position feet parallel to each other, and stretch toes.
To lengthen lower back, tighten front thigh muscles, push wall firmly, and extend hips away from wall. Keep head in line with arms, and fully stretch shoulders.
Breathe naturally, lengthening torso with each exhalation. Hold pose until back feels stretched.
Release arms, stand upright, and relax arms to sides.
This posture relieves lower back tension. This pose is beneficial in the third trimester when heaviness of uterus causes lower back muscles to contract.
