High Lunge

Sanskrit: Urdhva Lunge
Difficulty: Beginner
Category: Standing

Benefits

Opens hip flexors and chest. Strengthens front legs. Improves balance.

Steps

  1. From Low Lunge
  2. Lift back knee off mat
  3. Rise up through torso
  4. Press back heel toward floor
  5. Lift arms overhead
  6. Hold 5 breaths

Tips

Keep front knee stacked over ankle. Don't let hips sag.

FAQ

Should the back heel touch the floor in High Lunge?
Ideally yes, but if flexibility limits this keep the back toes grounded and back heel lifted. Over time this will improve.

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