How to Do the Tiptoe Pose in Yoga

The Tiptoe Pose is an advanced forward fold that requires balance and focus. It strengthens the legs and spine while opening the shoulders, chest and hips. The pose is recommended to improve balance, to give you practice deepening your forward folds, and to improve your digestion and metabolism. This pose is best suited for the middle of a home yoga practice, after your seated meditation and sun salutations.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Yoga mat
• Comfortable clothing

1. Stand at the front of your mat with your feet hips-width apart. Imagine a ray of light extending from your lower spine through the crown of your head. Take approximately three breaths as you bring your spine into alignment and center yourself.

2. Lift your left leg off the ground and bend your knee out to the side. Bring your leg to about groin level. Your heel left heel should be level with your right hip. Balance on your right leg.

3. Exhale and bend forward. Bring your hands to the floor on either side of your right leg.

4. Inhale deeply. Exhale and bend your right knee. Slowly lower yourself until you are seated on your right heel.

5. Balance here with your hands on the ground, or bring your hands to prayer position in front of your heart.

6. Hold for five to 10 breaths.

7. Place your hands on the floor in front of you and straighten your right leg to come back to standing position. Lower your left leg.

8. Shake out both legs and repeat again on the opposite side.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice the Tree Pose to master the balance you will need for the Tiptoe Pose.

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