Start in a seating position with the legs straight and wide apart.
Bend the upper body sideways towards one leg, keeping the chest upwards.
Stretch side ways as mush as you can without collapsing the chest down, keeping the back straight.
Hold the position for about 30 seconds and change sides. Keep working the toes upward.
Hatha Yoga Postures: Sanskrit – English
Marcia has been practising yoga for over 20 years and has specialised in the Hatha and Ashtanga schools of yoga, although has also enjoyed learning other branches such as Iyengar. As well as yoga she practices meditation, and plays a wide range of sports, including badminton, cricket, cycling, and walking.