Fente Basse
Anjaneyasana
ahn-jah-nay-AH-sah-nah
Une profonde ouverture de hanches qui etire le psoas et les quadriceps tout en ouvrant la poitrine.
Comment faire Fente Basse
- Depuis une position de fente, abaissez le genou arriere au sol
- Detendez les orteils du pied arriere
- Gardez le genou avant aligne au-dessus de la cheville
- Laissez les hanches descendre vers l'avant et le bas
- Tendez les bras au-dessus de la tete
Benefits
- Deeply stretches the hip flexors, psoas, and quadriceps
- Strengthens the front leg's quadriceps and gluteus muscles
- Opens the chest, shoulders, and torso
- Improves balance and stability
- Counteracts the effects of prolonged sitting
Muscles Engaged
Modifications
- Place a folded blanket under the back knee for cushioning
- Keep hands on the front thigh or on blocks for more support
- Place blocks under the hands on either side of the front foot for stability
Cautions
- Avoid if you have a knee injury on the back leg; use extra padding or keep the knee lifted
- Use caution with high blood pressure when arms are raised overhead
- Those with hip replacements should check with their doctor about range of motion