Do You Sit Like This
By erinmotz Functional Flexibility

Do your knees refuse to move even an inch closer to the ground when you sit cross-legged?

Try these 4 quick stretches:

  1. Take both legs to 90 degrees and swish your weight from back to front – make sure you lean over that front knee. Repeat 8-10 times.
  1. Hip circles: Come onto all fours, bend your left knee, and slowly move it in a clockwise circle, then switch to a counterclockwise circle. Repeat 8-10 times, then switch over to the other side.

3. Dynamic lunge: Come into a low lunge and shift your weight forward and back. Repeat 8-10 times.

4. Child’s pose: Take the knees wide and bring the chest down, arms stretched out in front of you. Hold for 8-10 breaths.

Homework: Do this quick stretch routine before you get your day started tomorrow and try sitting cross-legged and see how it feels.

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erinmotz / About Author
I'm Erin, I’ve been teaching yoga for almost 20 years and have been featured in countless publications for making yoga more accessible and focused on YOU, the person, and not the image of a "perfect yogi."

I'm also certified personal trainer and a lifelong student of the human body. I’ve seen thousands of students go from being in constant pain to being able to move freely and feel good in their bodies. It’s one of my favorite things to watch. That's why it's become my mission to see as many people as possible feel those same results and ultimately feel 10 years younger. I know it's possible and I know you can do this.
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