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Yoga Pose Of The Day-assisted Standing Forward Bend-(uttanasana)

August 21st, 2008 · No Comments

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  • Stand with your back one foot from the wall; feet are hip distance apart.
  • Let your buttocks touch the wall.  Bend forward, hinging at the hips. Bend knees slightly.

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  • Bend your arms at the elbows; take a hold of each elbow with the opposite hand. Hang.
  • With each exhalation, allow your spine to lengthen and release more

Benefits:

  • Lengthens the spine
  • Reduces lower back pain
  • Increases circulation and lessens fatigue
  • Alleviate tight hamstrings
  • Stretches the back of the legs

 

 

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