Double Pigeon Pose (female)

Double Pigeon Pose demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start in a seated position with your legs extended in front of you
  • 2Bend your knees and bring your ankles towards your hips, stacking your shins so that one leg lies over the other
  • 3Ensure both of your sit bones are touching the ground
  • 4Keep your spine straight and lean your torso forward as far as you comfortably can
  • 5Hold the stretch for about 30 seconds and repeat with the opposite leg on top

Tips:

  • Ensure knees and ankles stack directly on top of each other
  • Gradually increase the stretch by walking your hands forward
  • Don't force the pose if it doesn't feel comfortable
  • Keep breathing deeply throughout the stretch

Double Pigeon Pose Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs