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Prasarita Padottanasana

Wide-Legged Standing Forward Fold

Wide-Legged Standing Forward Fold
beginnerStanding/Forward Fold

Muscle Groups

HamstringsAdductorsSpinal extensorsCalves

A wide-legged forward fold that stretches the hamstrings and inner thighs while releasing the spine.

Alignment Cues

  • 1.Feet parallel, about a leg's distance apart
  • 2.Hinge at the hips with a flat back
  • 3.Hands to the floor or blocks between the feet
  • 4.Outer edges of the feet stay grounded
  • 5.Let the crown of the head release toward the floor

Benefits

  • +Stretches hamstrings and inner thighs
  • +Strengthens feet and legs
  • +Calms the mind
  • +Relieves mild backache

Muscle Groups

HamstringsAdductorsSpinal extensorsCalves

Contraindications

  • Lower back injury
  • Hamstring injury