1 - Begin standing tall at the top of your mat with your feet together and arms at your sides.
2 - Step your left foot back approximately 3-4 feet, turning it out to about 45 degrees while keeping your right foot pointing forward.
3 - Bend your right knee directly over your right ankle, creating a 90-degree angle, while keeping your back leg straight and firmly pressing your left heel into the mat.
4 - Square your hips forward toward the front of the mat as much as possible, engaging your core to stabilize your torso.
5 - Inhale and raise both arms overhead, palms facing each other or touching, with your shoulders relaxed away from your ears.
6 - Gently tilt your head back to gaze up at your hands, keeping your neck long and relaxed.
7 - Hold the pose for the desired duration, breathing deeply, then repeat on the opposite side.
