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A beautiful and challenging standing balance that mimics the blooming of a tropical flower. It requires strong legs, open shoulders, and flexible hips.
Bind your arms around one leg while in a deep squat.
Slowly stand up on your other leg, lifting the bound leg with you.
Once standing, try to straighten your lifted leg.
Keep your standing foot grounded and your weight balanced.
Engage your core to help you lift your body upward.
Keep your chest open and your shoulders back.
Look forward or upward to help your balance.
Straighten your standing leg fully before extending the lifted leg.