This yoga pose has several names, including Intense East, Upward Plank, and Reverse Plank. Whatever you call it, this move is a great strength builder for your wrists as well as a chest-opener.
- Begin sitting with your legs straight in front of you and place your hands several inches behind your hips, fingers facing in toward your hips.
- Press into your feet and hands and lift your hips until your back is in a straight line from your shoulders to your heels. If this is too hard, bend your knees so you're in a tabletop position.
- If it feels comfortable in your neck, you can let your head fall backward.
- Hold for five breaths and release back down, tucking your chin in as you lower to protect your neck and upper spine.