If you're looking for a unique way to increase flexibility in your spine, then you'll want to try Locust. The full pose is rather Cirque du Soleil-ish, with both feet extended in the air. It's extremely challenging since it requires both flexibility in the back and upper body strength, so let's ease into Locust with a relaxing prep pose.

Sanskrit Name: Viparita Salabhasana English Translation: Inverted Locust Also Called: Locust Prep

To learn how to do this .

• Begin lying on your belly. Roll over to one of your shoulders so you can bring both arms underneath you. Interlace your fingers, clasp your palms together, straighten your arms and then roll your body back on the mat. Make sure your chin is on the mat as well. If having your fingers interlaced is uncomfortable, plant your palms flat on the mat with your pinkies touching.
• Now bend your right knee, lift your left leg off the ground, and gently place your left knee on the sole of your right foot. Keep pressing your arms into the ground to help lift your leg high.
• Stay like this for five deep breaths and then switch sides.