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Lesle offered modifications for varying flexibility levels, reinforcing that progress in the stretch is more important than perfection. Taking deep breaths was essential during these poses, with reminders to avoid unnecessary tension.
Stretching the Legs
Gradually, participants were encouraged to extend their legs upwards, using the strap to support the right foot. This allowed for more targeted stretches of the hamstrings while ensuring that both hips remained aligned. Lesle offered verbal cues to guide students, gently checking in on their form and comfort.
The class then moved through a sequence of opening the right leg to the side and then across the body, emphasizing the importance of grounding the opposite hip and keeping the shoulders relaxed.