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Stork to Standing Bow

This is a combination of two yoga moves. It develops balance, strengthens the muscles of the supporting leg, and stretches the front of the hip and thigh of the raised leg.

Equipment:

None

Exercise technique:

Stand with your legs together. Bend your left knee and hold your ankle with your left hand. Raise your right arm up to help you balance. This is the stork. Stay in this position for three to five breaths.
Bend forward until your torso is more or less parallel to the floor. This is the standing bow. Stay in this position for three to five breaths.
Straighten up by returning to the stork then put your left leg down.
Repeat on the other side.

Performance tips:

One breath equals an inhalation and an exhalation. Keep your breaths steady and consistent in length and depth.

Repetitions:

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