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- Breathing: Begin by taking deep breaths—inhale deeply, hold for two seconds, and then exhale completely. This controlled breathing helps to activate your core and prepares your body for stretching.
Engaging Your Arms and Legs
Next, lift your arms toward the ceiling and continue with the breathing pattern. Here, it’s crucial to focus on exhaling as much air as possible to maximize the stretch in your stomach.
Legs to Chest: Bring both legs towards your chest, tightening your grip and continuing to breathe deeply.
Single Leg Holds: One at a time, pull each leg into your chest, engaging your core and maintaining the steadfast breathing pattern.
Twisting for Flexibility
Once you’ve settled into the leg stretches, it’s time to incorporate some twisting motions.