sitting poses

55	WIDE-ANGLE SEATED-FORWARD BEND

Upavistha konasana

This pose improves your child’s lower back, thigh, and calf flexibility. It also expands their hip and shoulder range.

1. Sit with your legs extended in front of you.

2. Open your legs wide, keeping your knees straight.

3. Inhale while bringing your arms up.

4. Exhale while bending down. Grab your big toes with your hands.

5. Flexible children can touch the floor with their forehead.

6. Hold the pose and count to three.

7. Inhale as you come back into the initial position.

8. Repeat three times.