Wide-Legged Forward Bend is a feel-good inversion that gives your whole body a big release. Even better, whenever you invert (or whenever your head is below your heart), you're helping your lymphatic system cleanse your body of toxins, therefore boosting your body's ability to fight off infection.
- Stand with your feet four feet or so apart, heels turned out slightly wider than the toes. Standing tall, interlace your hands behind you, pressing the heels of your palms together in a double fist.
- Take a deep breath in, and slowly fold forward at the waist, lowering your hands as far as you can. Keep the spine long and straight as you breathe for five deep breaths. Engage your legs, and slowly rise up to stand.
