Monkey Pose
Hanumanasana · हनुमानासन
Monkey Pose
Hanumanasana · हनुमानासन
Hip Opener
Level
Advanced
Body
Hip Opener
How to practice
Keep the front knee soft and fold only enough to feel a gentle thigh stretch.
Benefits
Provides a deep stretch for the front leg's hamstrings and the rear leg's hip flexors.
Who should avoid or modify
- Support the pelvis with blocks or a bolster and stop well before pain. Never slide into full splits or let someone press you down; avoid with recent hamstring or groin injury.
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