Wide-Legged Forward Fold

Prasārita Pādottānāsana

Wide-Legged Forward Fold
CategoryStanding TypeStretch LevelBeginner Hold45 sec MusclesLegs, Back, Hips BreathingDeepen the fold with every exhale

How to do it

  1. EnterStep your feet wide apart, feet parallel. With a flat back, fold forward from your hips and bring your palms to the floor under your shoulders.
  2. HoldLegs active, weight shifted slightly toward the balls of your feet. With each exhale, let your torso sink lower, the crown of your head reaching toward the floor.
  3. ExitPlace your hands on your hips and, with a flat back, inhale and rise up.

Benefits

Deeply stretches the backs and inner sides of the legs.

Cautions

  • High blood pressure — don't lower your head too far
  • Hamstring injuries

This site is for general information and is not medical advice. If you have pain, an injury, a chronic condition, or are pregnant, check with a qualified professional before practicing.

Modifications & variations

Revolved Wide-Legged Forward Fold Revolved Wide-Legged Forward Fold Intermediate Revolved Wide-Legged Fold with Eagle Arms Revolved Wide-Legged Fold with Eagle Arms Advanced

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