Ido Portal posted this photo, together with an explanation of the “Diagonal Stretch”.

One of those easier said than done yoga style poses. I failed miserably and needed assistance to get into this position.

Give it a try and let us know how you do.

Instructions:

Stand with your heels together but toes out with 90 degree angle (45 off the center line on each side) between your feet. Align your right foot toes behind your left heel and glide backwards on an imaginary line drawing out of your left heel. You will achieve a lunge position with the front foot in External Rotation (45 degree off center line) and back foot with raised heel and on the toes, not rotated any more – but straight forward on the center line. (examine the feet orientation in the photo) Put your right hand on your heart and let the elbow relax on the body. Take the left hand and reach behind you towards your desired target – back of the right knee, mid calf or heel. Arch back and rotate but don’t bend down to reach for your target. Hold for 30-60 sec.

Progressions:

Front knee bent as well (in the picture the front is straight) and touch the back of the knee.

Front knee bent and touch the mid calf.

Front knee bent and touch the heel.

The same progression with the front leg straight.

Thanks to Ido for letting me post this photo.