middle level

• external rotation of the hips
• shoulder blades together
• shoulders away from the ears
• chin away from the chest
• active feet
• navel inward
• lifting the legs on the inhale

Vishnu Pose, or the pose of lifting the legs with a side bend, is a posture that provides stretching to the hamstrings, legs, and inner thighs. For beginners, it may be helpful to use straps to support the leg.