Legs spread back stretch pose

Section: Forward bends

Pada Prasar Paschimottanasana

  • Sit in the Seated Base Position (Prarambhik Sthiti).
  • Separate the legs as wide apart as comfortable and flex the feet to engage the thigh muscles.
  • Place the hands on the floor in front of the body.
  • Lengthen the spine then fold forward from the hips.
  • Extend as far as appropriate without rounding the spine.
  • Hold the pose for as long as comfortable then slowly lift the torso upright and return to the seated position.
  • Practice up to 5 times or hold the pose for up to 5 minutes.

  • Exhale while folding forward.
  • Breathe slowly and deeply in the position.
  • Inhale to release and return upright.

  • The relaxation in the back and the thighs.
  • The length of the spine.
  • Synchronizing the movement with the breath.
  • Swadhisthana chakra.

  • Back conditions.
  • Sciatic.
  • Hernia.

  • Calms the brain and helps relieve stress and mild depression.
  • Stretches the spine, shoulders and hamstrings.
  • Stimulates the liver, kidneys, ovaries and uterus.
  • Improves digestion.
  • Helps relieve the symptoms of menopause and menstrual discomfort.
  • Soothes headache, anxiety and reduces fatigue.

  • If the stretch is uncomfortable, bend the legs and allow the head to rest on the knees.

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