Eye Of The Needle
Click below to be guided through a 1 minute Eye Of The Needle stretch
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If you feel any pain during a stretch, stop immediately and consult a healthcare professional or physical therapist.
Eye Of The NeedleRepeat for each leg/arm
The Eye of the Needle Pose is an excellent way to release tension in the hips and lower back, making it particularly beneficial for individuals who spend a lot of time sitting or have tight hip muscles. It's a gentle pose that can be modified to suit your comfort level, making it accessible for people of various yoga experience levels.
Starting position
- Start by lying on your back on a yoga mat with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor.
- Keep your feet hip-width apart and your arms relaxed at your sides, palms facing down.
Motion
- Lift your right foot off the mat and flex your right ankle.
- Cross your right ankle over your left thigh, just above the knee. Your right knee should be pointing out to the side.
- Thread your right hand through the space between your right leg and left leg, reaching around your left thigh.
- Interlace your fingers behind your left thigh, gently drawing your left thigh toward your chest. Keep your left foot flexed to protect your knee.
- As you draw your left thigh in, you should feel a stretch in your right hip and glute area. Keep your head and shoulders relaxed on the mat.
- Hold the pose, breathing deeply and relaxing into the stretch.