Yoga Block Reclining Hero Pose
YOGA BLOCK RECLINING HERO POSE
The yoga block reclining hero pose is a yoga inspired exercise that stretches the knee extensors. This is an exercise regression of the RECLINING HERO POSE. It is recommended to perform this exercise on a padded and stable surface. Start in a kneeling position and sit on the floor so that your bum is between your feet. Place a yoga block behind you. Begin to recline back with your upper body until your lower back is fully supported by the yoga block and upper back supported by the floor. Keep your arms straight overhead. Hold this stretch for up to 30 seconds to complete a repetition.
Muscles involved:
Superficial front line
rectus abominis
iliopsoas
psoas major
iliacus
Quadriceps
rectus femoris
vastus lateralis
vastus intermedius
vastus medialis
vastus medialis oblique
Related conditions:
quadriceps contracture
superficial front line hypomobility
rectus abdominus contracture
quadriceps myofascial pain syndrome
hip flexor tendinopathy
quadriceps tendinopathy