Seated Wide Angle Forward Bend (Upavistha Konasana)

Seated Forward Fold

A wide-legged seated forward fold that targets the inner thighs, hamstrings, and spine, creating a peaceful, grounding sensation.

✨ Benefits

Stretches inner thighs and hamstrings, strengthens spine, releases tight groins, calms nervous system, improves hip and groin flexibility

📋 How to Do It

Sit with legs open as wide as comfortable (90-180°). Flex feet. Inhale, lengthen spine. Exhale, fold forward from hips, walking hands between legs. Keep back flat as long as possible. Rest forehead on floor or bolster.

💡 Tips

Don't force the legs wider than comfortable. Use a blanket under hips if pelvis tilts back. Walk hands forward slowly, breath by breath.

⏱️ Duration / Frequency

Hold 1-5 minutes

⚠️ Contraindications

Groin injuries, hamstring tears, sciatica

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