Global Stretching in Supine Position
Whole-body stretch lying on the back (supine) to relax the entire body.
How to play
- Stretch out long "like a cat" with arms and legs reaching.
- Hug the knees to the chest.
- Twist: knees to one side, look to the other.
- One leg straight up with help from the hands or a towel.
Rules
- No pain.
- Slow breathing.
Variations
Easier
Gentle.
Standard
Full.
Harder
Hold longer.
Adaptations
- Lower back: knees bent.
- Limited mobility: adaptations.
Learning goals
- Improve flexibility.
- Relax.
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