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Eye of the Needle
Sucirandhrasana

A reclined figure-four stretch that opens the outer hip while the spine stays supported.

Instructional illustration of Eye of the Needle
LevelBeginner
Pose typeSupine
Primary focusHips, Glutes

How to practice Eye of the Needle

  1. Lie on your back with both knees bent.
  2. Cross one ankle over the opposite thigh.
  3. Thread the hands behind the supporting thigh.
  4. Draw the legs inward while keeping the sacrum and shoulders relaxed.

Practice tips

  • Keep the supporting foot on the floor.
  • Flex the crossed foot to support the knee.
Practice note: Reduce the range if the knee or hip feels pinched.
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