Fitness
Its like criss-cross applesauce, but better.
You might not realize it, but some simple yoga poses can often do the most work.
The fire log pose.
Fire log pose also called double pigeon oragnistambhasana is a seated posture that works wonders for loosening tight tips.
The position makes your legs look like two logs stacked on a fire, hence the name.
The pose might look chill, but youll feel things working the moment you settle into it.
Keep scrolling below for fire log tips, including how to modify the pose.
Start by sitting on your yoga mat with your legs straight in front of you.
Bend your right leg at the knee.
Bring your calf toward your body and rest it on the mat in front of you.
Bend your left leg and bring your left calf toward the right one.
Sit with your back and neck up straight.
you could place your hands on the floor outside your hips or rest them on your legs.
Hold this pose for 30 seconds to two minutes and then switch sides.
To ease up, go ahead and grab a couple of props, like pillows or towels.
Passalacqua recommends sitting on a cushion to create more space for your legs.
This can also help support your hips and lower back, he says.
This will put less pressure on your knee, Passalacqua says.
According to Passalacqua, this will provide an extra deep stretch for your hips.
Another option to deepen the stretch while further engaging your back is todo a forward fold, he notes.
While in fire log pose, fold forward from your hips.
Bring your arms in front of you and stretch them onto the floor.
To go even deeper, engage your lower back by doing a couple of twists.
Twist to the side, then repeat when you switch your legs and twist on the other side.
If youre in pain or if something feels wrong, stop trying to practice the pose, Passalacqua says.
If you struggle to stack your knees and ankles, dont push them.
You may be so focused on positioning your legs that you forget about your back, Passalacqua notes.
Int J Environ Res Public Health.
Source:
Brandt Passalacqua, founder, director, lead teacher atBreathing Deeply Yoga Therapy
