Variation – Plié Squats

• 1. Start position stand upright, back straight, look forward. Spread the legs wider than the width of your yoga mat, toes pointed out at about 45º (as in image above, with legs open). Rest the dumbbells on your hips elbows pointing back.
• 2. Brace the abdominals, maintain a straight back as you squat in the wide stance. Knees are on top of your ankles or slightly behind your ankles. Knees point out in same direction as your toes as you squat. Pause for a moment in the down position before coming back up to the starting position.

Beginners – Without dumbbells on 1st set then with dumbbells on 2nd set. Lighter weight. 12 – 15 reps x 2 sets Intermediate – Heavier weight. 8 – 12 reps x 2 – 3 set