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Wide-Legged Forward Bend
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Other Names:
Prasarita Padottanasana
pra-sah-ree-tah pah-doh-tahn-ah-suh-nuh
Prasarita = Spread, Pada = Foot, Asana = Pose
Beginner
Root
Standing Forward Fold
Overview
This wide stance fold promotes spinal release, stretches the hamstrings, and calms the mind.
Hinge at hips, long spine, soft neck.
Grounding, spaciousness, and calm
Avoid with recent hamstring or groin injury.
Releases back tension and strengthens legs.
Enhances cerebral circulation, decompresses vertebrae.
Emphasize hip hinge and spine elongation over depth.
Step feet wide. Hinge at hips. Bring hands to floor or blocks. Let head relax.
Bend knees or rest hands on blocks.
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