Wide-Legged Forwards Bend
1. Stand with your legs and feet parallel and generously outside of shoulder width. Bend your knees very slightly and tuck your pelvis slightly forwards, lift your chest and press your shoulders downwards and back.
2. Exhale, and bend forwards from your hips, keeping your back flat. Draw your sternum forwards as you lower your torso, gazing straight ahead With your elbows straight, place your fingertips or palms on the floor.
3. With another exhalation, place your hands on the floor in between your feet, and lower your torso into a full forwards bend. Lengthen your spine by pulling your sit bones up towards the ceiling and drawing your head to the floor. If possible, bend your elbows and place your forehead on the floor.
4. Hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute. To return to your starting position, straighten your elbows and raise your torso while keeping your back flat.