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HIP CIRCLES
Suggested Duration
5-10 cycles clockwise and 5-10 cycles counterclockwise
Bene ts
This movement increases mobility in the hip joints. Secondarily,
hip circles stretch the low back, wrists, and shoulders. It is a great
counterstretch to poses that stretch the hip, such as sleeping
swan (page 123), shoelace (page 124), and re log (page 126).
Risks and Contraindications
Proceed with caution if you have hip pain.
Alignment Points- Begin on all fours, with the wrists directly under the shoul-
ders. - Slide the knees back a few inches behind the hips.
- Circle the entire body around in a clockwise direction (a).
- Circle the entire body around in a counterclockwise direc-
tion (b).
Modi cations and Other Options
Explore the size of the circles moving from small to larger rota-
tions.