Benefits
Stretches hamstrings and side body. Opens shoulders and chest. Improves hamstring flexibility.
Steps
- From Mountain Pose with feet wide
- Turn right foot out 90 degrees
- Bring hands to prayer behind back
- Square hips forward
- Hinge forward over right leg
- Hold 30–60 seconds
Tips
Use blocks under hands if needed. The key is hinging from the hips, not rounding.
FAQ
Is this pose too intense for beginners?
Modified versions work for beginners: hands on blocks or on the leg itself rather than in prayer behind the back.
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