Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana)
Benefits of this Yoga Pose:
- Paschimottanasana stretches the spine, hamstrings, and lower back. It calms the mind, reduces stress, massages abdominal organs, and improves digestion.
Step 1
Sit with your legs extended, flex your feet towards you.
Step 2
Inhale, lengthen your spine, exhale, fold forward from your hips, and reach towards your feet while maintaining a straight back.
- Avoid if you have a back injury or hamstring issues.
Sit with your legs extended in front of you. Inhale, lengthen your spine and exhale, fold forward from your hips, reaching towards your feet. Hold onto your shins, ankles, or feet while keeping your spine long.