Place right foot to wall and widen legs 4 to 4 1/2 feet apart. Turn left foot out 90 degrees, and align heel of left foot with arch of right foot.
Keeping right leg straight, bend left knee until left thigh and shin bones create a right angle. Hold left knee back with left hand, and tuck tailbone under.
To increase stretch across front pelvis, pull right hip back with right hand. Lift top chest, release hands from hips, and lift and extend arms straight out from shoulders. Hold this strenuous pose for a short time.
Release pose, reverse legs, and bend right knee. After completing both sides, rest with back to wall.
This pose opens groin area, strengthens legs, and creates endurance.
