Goddess
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Instructions
Start in a wide standing stance. Turn your toes out and your heels in, so your feet are about a 45 degree angle.
Bend your knees in the same direction as your toes, and lower your hips down toward the height of your knees.
Reach your arms out at shoulder height and bend your elbows so that your fingertips point skyward. Spread your fingertips wide and activate the muscles across your back.
Engage your core muscles and draw your tailbone in the direction of the floor. Keep your spine long and your muscles engaged.
Stay here for 30 seconds to one minute, then release.
Modifications
For shoulder injuries, place your hands together at heart center.
Contraindications
Recent or chronic injury to the hips, legs, or shoulders
Type of pose
Standing
Parts of Body Benefited
Hips
Chest
Abdominal muscles
Legs