Single Leg Balance on Yoga Blocks

Instructions

1. Place one yoga block under the ball of your foot and another yoga block under your heel on the working leg.

2. Lift the other foot off the ground so you are in a single-leg balance.

3. Find even pressure through the heel block and the forefoot block.

4. Keep your pelvis level and your body upright.

5. Hold the balance for the prescribed amount of time.

6. Step down with control when finished.

Common Compensations

• Do not let the standing knee cave inward.

• Do not lock the standing knee.

• Do not let the foot roll inward or outward excessively on the blocks.

• Do not grip the blocks aggressively with your toes.

• Do not lean your torso side to side to hold balance.

• Do not hold your breath.

Extra Info

• You should feel this mostly in the foot, ankle, and hip stabilizers of the standing leg.

• You may also feel your calf and core working to help maintain balance.

• The blocks increase the balance demand and make the foot work harder to stay organized.

• Light fingertip support on a wall or sturdy surface is okay if needed.

• You should not feel sharp pain in the foot, ankle, knee, hip, or low back.