Want to Balance in Forearm Stand? A Yoga Sequence to Get You There

This backbending pose will strengthen the backside of your body, as well as open your chest and shoulders.

• While lying on your belly, bend your knees and hold onto the outside edge of your right ankle and then your left. Once you have a firm hold of each ankle, flex both feet, pulling your feet away from you to increase the stretch in your chest and shoulders.
• Lift your feet up as high as you can and shift your weight forward so you're resting on your naval instead of on your pubic bone.
• Hold for five deep breaths and then slowly release. Work your way back to Downward Facing Dog.