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Yoga pose · No equipment

Legs Up the Wall

Legs Up the Wall is a yoga pose for the hamstrings. All you need is a mat.

Equipment: No equipment · More yoga poses

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How to do it

  1. Sit sideways next to a wall and swing your legs up it
  2. Hips close to the wall, arms relaxed by your sides
  3. Close your eyes and breathe slowly

Coach’s tip

A calm finish that eases tired legs.

How much to do

What BindTrue’s yoga plans use, by experience:

Beginner
2 min
Some experience
3 min
Experienced
5 min

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Alternatives

Same job, different tools: swap in one of these when the equipment is busy or the movement doesn’t suit you.

Used in these programs

Stop if you feel sharp or joint pain. New to training, or coming back from an injury? Start light and ask a qualified coach or physical therapist to check your form.