to keep your other leg as straight as possible. the goal is to get your leg straight so if you need to release the leg down a little bit that is just fine. push through the ball of your foot at the same time as you pulling forward and hold the stretch. breathe through it and hold for at least fifteen second.
place the towel in your right hand. keep your other leg straight still and gently lower your straight leg down to the right side. your toes should be pointing up towards the ceiling and your opposite shoulder should be pushing down towards the ground to keep your back flat. 