When it comes to opening your hips, there's one yoga move - known as Malasana or the Garland Pose - that should be number one on your list, although, full disclosure, it may present a real challenge if you're not accustomed to squatting regularly. Nevertheless, it is a highly recommended movement for women because it deeply opens the pelvic area and strengthens the legs. And while Malasana primarily focuses on hip opening, its benefits extend far beyond that, making it worth mastering. "This pose helps us improve our digestion process, brings calm to our body and mind, strengthens our thighs and ankles, and relieves possible tension in the lower back," comments Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Sara García .

The truth is, this posture can be challenging initially as it engages numerous joints an

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