9 exercises to open the hip joints

4. Asana to Janu Shirshasana

Exercise to stretch the back of the legs and spine.

1. From a sitting position on the mat with straightened legs, bend one leg at the knee and lay it sideways on the mat so that its entire surface rests on the thigh of the opposite leg.
2. Turn your whole body to the extended leg, hold on to the foot or lower leg with your hands, bend your body to the leg.
3. Bend your chest and keep your buttocks and hips from lifting off the mat.
4. Hold the position for 10-15 seconds, then change sides.