Yogi Squat

You Should Feel

Opening through your hips and groin. Stretch in your ankles. Length through your spine. Groundedness.

How to Get Into the Pose

• 1Squat with feet slightly wider than hip-width, toes turn out slightly
• 2Heels reach toward ground (they may not touch)
• 3Elbows press inside of knees, hands in prayer at chest
• 4Chest lifts, spine lengthens
• 5Sitting bones drop toward ground

Modifications

• •If heels don't reach ground: Place rolled blanket or mat under heels
• •If balance is difficult: Hold onto something for support, or sit on a block
• •If knees are uncomfortable: Don't squat as deeply, widen your stance
• •To deepen: Hands in prayer, press elbows into knees to open hips more