We spend so much time strengthening and stretching our bodies, but it can be easy to overlook the little nooks and crannies. Stretching your hands and feet is just as important as any other body part, and it’s not without its own benefits. It’s also an easy way to get started if you’re not feeling a full-on workout. Starting small can wake your body up enough to leave you wanting more. We have a few favorite go-to moves, and here they are:
Toe Pose
Begin on your yoga mat on your hands and knees. Tuck your toes under so that your heels lift off the floor. Slowly sit back on your hips until you feel a stretch in the soles of the feet. If you’re able, sit back completely so that all of your weight is in your hips and your hands are off the floor. Hold the pose for 5-10 breaths.
Wrist Stretches
From your kneeling position, place the backs of your hands on the floor so that your palms face up and your fingers point toward you. Slowly and gently rock forward and back, providing the backs of your wrists with a satisfying stretch. To work the other side, turn your hands so that your palms face down and your fingers still point toward you. Lean back until you feel a gentle stretch on the insides of the wrists.
