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

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