Chest to Floor at Astride
- Sit in astride sit
- Shoulders over hips, chest up, knees straight, legs turned out and toes pointed
- Take chest toward the floor stretching body as far as you can to flatten your back
- Touch your little toe. Keep fingers together
- Keep arms straight
- Keep both knees straight
- Both legs need to be turned out – ensure that the legs don’t roll in or feet sickle
- Ensure shoulders are pulled back and that neck is lengthened
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