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Standing Split
Sanskrit:
Pronunciation:
Translation
Kemetic Name:
Other Names:
Urdhva Prasarita Eka Padasana
oord-vah prah-sah-ree-tah eka pah-dah-suh-nuh
Urdhva = Upward, Prasarita = Extended, Eka = One, Pada = Leg, Asana = Pose
Intermediate
Root, Sacral
Standing Balance
Overview
Standing Split enhances balance, stretches the hamstrings, and builds focused awareness through inversion.
Even weight, active core, soft gaze.
Introspection, concentration, and trust
Avoid with lower back or hamstring injuries.
Improves leg flexibility and focus.
Increases leg flexibility, calms the brain, tones pelvic floor.
Cue focus on drishti (gaze point). Offer wall support.
Fold forward. Lift one leg high. Hands can reach to floor, block, or ankle. Keep hips level.
Use wall support or place foot lower on the standing leg.
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