Lower back and hips
Parsvottanasana: Hands on Blocks
Lengthens the hamstrings and calves with your hands resting on blocks, so the stretch reaches the legs without loading the back.
Hip Mobility20 to 45 seconds
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Other ways to do this movement
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Before you try it
Move within a range that stays comfortable. Stop if this brings on sharp pain, dizziness, or symptoms that travel down an arm or a leg, and speak to a clinician before repeating it.
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