Begin standing with feet wider than the hips. Feet should be parallel to one another. Open the arms wide into a T and position feet as wide as the wrists. Once feet are in position, place hands at hips and hinge forward from the hips. Then bring hands to the ground or to a block. Keep legs straight and avoid collapsing at the knees. Press into outside edge of the feet to help lift and protect knees.
Modifications: If hands do not come to the ground, place a block in the center of mat and bring hands to a block.