Standing Half Lotus Forward Fold
Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana · अर्ध बद्ध पद्मोत्तानासन
Standing Half Lotus Forward Fold
Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana · अर्ध बद्ध पद्मोत्तानासन
StandingBalance
Level
Advanced
Body
Standing, Balance
How to practice
Keep the bent knee comfortable and your chest upright.
Benefits
Combines standing balance with hip rotation and a hamstring stretch in the supporting leg.
Who should avoid or modify
- Do not attempt unless half lotus is painless. Use support and avoid forcing the foot or folded knee; skip with knee or ankle injury or unreliable balance.
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