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Yoga Sequence to Strengthen the Legs and Core

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January 19, 2012

Fierce

Yoga Sequence to Strengthen the Legs and Core

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by Jenny Sugar 2

Fierce

If you're used to doing squats, this pose will feel all too familiar. It's the yoga version of the basic squat and will have your thighs and tush burning.

Stand with your feet together. Bend your knees and lower your hips as you raise your arms overhead.
Focus on sitting back into your heels. Tuck your tailbone in and engage your abs, keeping your spine straight. Relax the shoulders as you gaze up toward the ceiling. Hold for five breaths.

2 / 11

by Jenny Sugar 2

Fierce

If you're used to doing squats, this pose will feel all too familiar. It's the yoga version of the basic squat and will have your thighs and tush burning.

Stand with your feet together. Bend your knees and lower your hips as you raise your arms overhead.
Focus on sitting back into your heels. Tuck your tailbone in and engage your abs, keeping your spine straight. Relax the shoulders as you gaze up toward the ceiling. Hold for five breaths.

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2 Comments

PurelyTwins 1 year 16 weeks

thanks for sharing these leg sequences! I shall try as I am trying to get back into yoga! thanks!

Susi May 1 year 17 weeks

Just did this sequence and I love it! It's a wake up call for your quads.