Seated Forward Fold C

Seated Forward Fold C

Pashchimottanasana C · पश्चिमोत्तानासन C

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Seated Forward Fold C

Pashchimottanasana C · पश्चिमोत्तानासन C

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Seated
Level

Intermediate

Body

Seated

How to practice

Let your sitting bones settle and your chest lengthen toward your feet. Keep your knees bent and rest your hands wherever they reach comfortably.

Benefits

Stretches the hamstrings and back of the body while encouraging a slow, controlled forward fold.

Who should avoid or modify

  • Sit on a folded blanket and bend the knees as needed. Use a strap rather than pulling with the hands; stop with sharp back or hamstring pain.

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