Wide Legged Forward Bend Pose.pptx

Prasarita Padottanasana(

1. Prasarita Padottanasana(Wide Legged Forward Bend Pose) Precaution: Shoulder injury Back concerns Benefits: Stretches the hamstrings, inner thighs, and low back. Builds stability in the feet and legs. Stretches the shoulder joints throughout the range of motion. Relaxes and recharges the mind and body. Stimulates and tones the abdominals. People who cannot do Sirsasana can benefit from this pose, which increases digestive power

2. Prasarita Padottanasana(Wide Legged Forward Bend Pose) This is a forward bend with a wide stance. Step your feet three and a half to four feet apart on an exhale. Now inhale and place your hands on your hips and turn your feet inwards so the toes point forwards. Engage your thigh muscles and make your torso longer. Now exhale and bend forward from the lower back and press into the floor with your palms parallel to your shoulders and your elbows bent. Try and rest the crown of your head on the floor. Stay here, breathing easily for thirty seconds. Then come out of the pose and relax.

3. Prasarita Padottanasana(Wide Legged Forward Bend Pose) Precaution: Shoulder injury Back concerns Benefits: Stretches the hamstrings, inner thighs, and low back. Builds stability in the feet and legs. Stretches the shoulder joints throughout the range of motion. Relaxes and recharges the mind and body. Stimulates and tones the abdominals. People who cannot do Sirsasana can benefit from this pose, which increases digestive power