All Poses
Ardha Uttanasana
Half Standing Forward Fold
beginnerStanding/Forward Fold
Muscle Groups
Spinal extensorsHamstringsCore
A halfway lift from a forward fold, creating a flat back with fingertips on shins or the floor, commonly used as a transition in Sun Salutations.
Alignment Cues
- 1.Lift halfway with a flat back
- 2.Fingertips to shins or floor
- 3.Gaze slightly forward
- 4.Draw the shoulder blades toward each other
- 5.Engage the core to support the spine
Benefits
- +Strengthens the back
- +Stretches hamstrings
- +Improves posture
- +Develops core awareness
Muscle Groups
Spinal extensorsHamstringsCore
Contraindications
- Back injury
- Neck injury