Lie on wedge-shaped pillow pile with narrow end of wedge against tailbone. Sup- port head with small pillow.
Bend right knee and hold outer side of right shin with both hands. Hold above ankle bone and relax right foot. Straighten left leg on mat. Extend left foot and ad- just leg until toes and knee face ceiling.
Inhale and lift right foot until right shin is parallel to floor. Exhale and pull shin closer toward chest. Stretch will be felt in right hip and back thigh muscles.
Release and extend right leg. Bend left knee and pull shin toward chest. After completing both sides, bend knees, roll onto one side, and sit upright in a comfortable pose.
This posture stretches back thigh muscles and increases hip joint flexibility.
