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Trunk call

MODEL: YUKTHA RAJGOPAL

Twisting the trunk provides immediate relief from stiffness on the lower back. Here is a simple technique that will also help your hips and legs.

METHOD:

☞ Lie with your face down on a mat

☞ Stretch the toes back and tighten the buttocks and calf muscles

☞ Stretch both hands forward

☞ Rest the forehead on the mat

☞ Flex the elbows, place the palms by the side of the forehead

☞ Press the palms and turn slightly to the right side

☞ Gently move the right leg to the left side

☞ Stretch the right leg, pull the kneecap and stretch the toes towards the knee

☞ Press the palms and slowly raise the trunk and neck

☞ Straighten the arms, open the shoulders

☞ Stretch the neck, and bend back

☞ As you inhale, the abdominal cavity should expand

☞ As you exhale slowly, the abdominal cavity should contract

☞ Stay for around 30 seconds

☞ Slowly come down and change side

☞ Repeat and relax

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