11/05/2022
Step 1.
Adhere the slip knot to a door k**b, ballet barre or any secure structure. Wrap the strap snugly around one wrist and raise that wrist above your head. Grab the handle behind your back with your other hand. Then, slowly and carefully lunge forward to move hands together behind your back. Take it slow, especially at first, and do not over extend your shoulders. Once you feel a good stretch you should exit the lunge and stand up straight to hold the stretch.
Step 2.
Now that you are in the stretch you can stay as long as appropriate. When possible and safe, holding any stretch for 30 seconds or more will maximize the benefit of the stretch. If you you feel over-extended at any time, simply let go of the handle. To increase the stretch, lunge forward as in Step 1. Over time, and with regular use, your shoulder range of motion will get progressively greater. As your hands are eventually close enough, try to lock fingers whilst using XFLEX Yoga Stretch
Step 3.
Congratulate yourself for achieving an integral component of one of the most ancient and important poses in the yogic tradition! Your enhanced shoulder range of motion will serve you well not just in yoga, but in sports such as tennis, golf and swimming...and just in your every day life!
This acheivement may have taken weeks, months or more to accomplish. Regardless, it's something to be proud of. You did it!
Namaste.
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