Stretch and Flex Exercise #73


	Stretch and Flex Exercise #73 Half Straddle Side

first picture of half straddle side stretch

Keep a straight back, with your ear, shoulder, and hip lined up

Have a slight pelvic tilt

Start out with your legs in a half-straddle position, one leg is straight, out to the side, knee and toes pointing to the ceiling

Your other leg is bent so that the bottom of your foot touches the inner thigh of your straight leg

take a deep breath in, exhale as you begin to stretch

Slide your corresponding hand down your straight leg towards your toes

Your other arm reaches up towards the ceiling, and continues to move over your head toward your straight leg, palm facing the floor

second picture of half straddle side stretch

Continue to breathe slowly and deeply, exhaling as you extend the stretch

Looking up at the ceiling, slowly continue to stretch

Relax your side muscles to extend the stretch

If possible, while holding your toe bring your elbow down to the inside of your knee

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