... Frog Yoga Pose: definition, benefits and how to do.





Frog Yoga Pose
   
   

   Frog Pose (Mandukasana), is an intermediate to expert level position.
   It’s a hip opener. which means it can help you develop mobility in your hips and inner thighs. It’s also good for core strength.
  Frog yoga Pose is hard,You might not be able to pull it off right away, but modifications can help you prepare.

   Frog pose can help with stretching the inner thighs and hips, as well as improving overall flexibility and range of motion particularly around the hips.

   It also stretches the muscles of the back, so it can help relieve lower back tension, too. Frog Pose can build back strength, which helps support your spine and improves posture.
   As well, Frog calms you.

To do:
   Begin on all fours with your hands under your shoulders and your knees beneath your hips.
Gently place your weight forward onto your hands.
   
   Slowly, push your knees out to the sides, keeping them in line with your hips.
Keep your knees bent and your ankles behind you, in line with your knees.
Turn your toes out to the sides.
  
    Rest on your forearms with your elbows beneath your shoulders, placing your palms together or on the floor. You can also extend your hands forward, resting your chin or forehead on the floor.
Sit back into your hips to deepen the pose.
Breathe deeply.

   To release the pose, place your hands under your shoulders and gently bring your knees toward the center.

   Hold The Pose For 1 to 5 min.



   
    
Frog Pose Variation