Affondo Laterale
Skandasana
skahn-DAH-sah-nah
Un profondo allungamento laterale che apre le anche e sviluppa la mobilita delle anche.
Come fare Affondo Laterale
- Assumi una posizione ampia
- Piega profondamente un ginocchio
- Estendi l'altra gamba dritta con le dita rivolte verso l'alto
- Abbassa le anche verso il basso
- Porta le mani in preghiera o appoggia a terra per supporto
Benefits
- Deeply stretches the inner thighs, hamstrings, and groin
- Strengthens the bent-leg quadriceps and glutes
- Improves lateral hip mobility and ankle flexibility
- Builds balance and proprioceptive awareness
- Prepares the body for deep squats and hip openers
Muscles Engaged
Modifications
- Place a block under your hands for balance support
- Keep the extended-leg foot flat on the floor if balance is challenging with toes up
- Reduce the depth of the bend in the squatting leg for less intensity
Cautions
- Avoid with groin or inner-thigh tears
- Use caution with knee injuries; do not force the deep bend
- Those with ankle instability should practice with support