You know that vasisthasana or the side plank pose is one of the best yoga asanas to melt those love handles, but you can take the side plank up a notch with this variation. The side plank with big toe grab is a challenging arm balance that requires incredible strength and flexibility. But don t let it discourage you. This pose is for everyone to try.
Bookmark this pose for a total body weight loss. It will tone your hips, inner thighs, outer thighs, your arms, shoulders and your entire mid-section. It will open up your hips and hamstrings and improve your balance, concentration and focus.
Once here, inhale and lower your torso so that your arms are perpendicular to the floor, and your shoulders and chest are directly over your arms.
Then slowly shift your weight to your right hand.
Then rotate your torso and raise your left hand, bend your left knee and grab your toes with your left hand. Balancing your weight on your right hand, raise your left leg up.
To release, slowly lower your left back and come back to the plank position. Then repeat it on the other side.
Word of caution
Avoid this pose if you have any arm shoulder or wrist injury.
Also, first perfect the side plank pose before getting to this pose or you might injure yourself.
Do not perform this side plank variation if you are pregnant or are menstruating.
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