Pyramid Pose

Fold over your front leg in pyramid to give your hamstrings and calves a deep, focused stretch.

Intermediate Standing Static stretching, Yoga
Pyramid Pose
Difficulty
Intermediate
Position
Standing
Type
Static stretching, Yoga
Sides
Both sides
Hold time
60 s per set in our routines
Targets HamstringsCalvesHipsLower Back

How to do the Pyramid Pose

  1. Stand tall, then step one foot back about three feet and turn the back toes out slightly.
  2. Square your hips toward the front and place your hands on your hips.
  3. Lengthen your spine, then hinge forward over your front leg.
  4. Lower your hands to your shin, the floor, or blocks and breathe steadily.

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