Boat stretch

Category

Yoga

Difficulty

Beginner

Equipment

Bodyweight

Primary muscles

Rectus Abdominis, Obliques, Iliopsoas, Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus

Secondary muscles

Quadriceps Femoris

How to do it

1. Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight in front of you.
2. Bend your knees slightly and lift your legs off the floor, balancing on your buttocks.
3. Extend your arms forward, parallel to the floor, to grab your legs and lean back slightly while keeping your back straight.
4. Hold this position, maintaining balance.

Form tips

• Engage your core to maintain balance and prevent your lower back from rounding.
• Keep your chest lifted and shoulders relaxed to ensure proper form.
• Breathe deeply and steadily to help maintain the stretch and balance.