Wheel of safety

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METHOD

* Place a yoga wheel, approximately 40cm in diameter and 15cm in width, on a mat.

* Sit upright on your heels, facing the wheel.

* Lift your hips and place your palms on the wheel.

* Ensure that your arms remain straight.

* Begin rolling the wheel forward as you gently lean your torso forward.

* Aim to bring your thighs to a perpendicular position with the floor.

* Continue rolling the wheel forward, until your palms are positioned on top of the wheel.

* Stretch your trunk forward, allowing your torso to bend downward.

* Straighten your arms as you press your chest towards the floor.

* Flex your neck slightly, rest the forehead, and engage your arm muscles.

* Hold this position for approximately 25 seconds, breathing slowly and steadily.

* Slowly roll the wheel backward to return to an upright position.

* Sit back on your heels.

* Repeat the stretch, relax.

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