Jackknife Pose

Jackknife (utthita urdhva paschimottonasana):

 ó      From tadasana, exhale the arms out to the sides.

ó       Hinge at the hips, come forward to a flat back and hold.

ó      Reach the hips towards the back and the crown of the head towards the front. Keep the legs strong and reach the fingers out to the side walls.

Red Flags:  Low back, legs and hips.