Foot cramps during extension

[innercom]

I often get cramps in the arch of my foot when extending, for example, in child’s pose, or other times. Any suggestions?

[trishmail]

I got a lot of cramps when I first started, they have gradually eased through practice, though I still use a rolled up towel under my feet for childs pose which helped.

[stefan.jernberg]

Make sure to drink plenty of water. Magnesium can also reduce cramps, but talk to your doctor first.

[sherrywk]

This used to happen to me often when I first started getting into what I would call a serious practice. I never found anything that really helped to stop it from happening except continuing to practice. Eventually it just stopped. Now I can’t remember the last time I got a foot cramp.