How to do the lizard pose stretch

Instructions for lizard pose:

Start on your hands and knees with your toes facing the floor.

Step your left foot to the outside of your left hand and slightly in front of it, with your toes pointing out at a 45 degree angle.

If possible, drop your elbows to the floor and place your forearms flat on the ground.

What does lizard pose help with?

Flexibility

What areas does lizard pose exercise?

Hips, Hamstrings, Groin, Quadriceps, Glutes

How is lizard pose performed?

Floor

When should you avoid lizard pose?

Pregnancy, Osteoporosis

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