Bound Angle Pose

About This Pose

Seated with the soles of the feet together and knees opening out to the sides. Fold forward gently for a deeper stretch.

How to Practice

1. 1

   Sit with both legs extended, then bend both knees and bring the soles of the feet together.

2. 2

   Let the knees fall open to the sides and draw the heels as close to the body as comfortable.

3. 3

   Hold the feet or ankles with both hands.

4. 4

   On an inhale, lengthen the spine tall. On each exhale, gently hinge forward from the hips.

5. 5

   Let the inner groins and inner thighs soften — do not push down on the knees.

6. 6

   Hold for 5–10 breaths, walking the hands further forward on each exhale to deepen.

Benefits

• Opens the inner thighs and groin
• stretches the hips
• improves circulation