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In paschimouutasana

Asana Type

Sitting

Target Body Part

Lower Body

Difficulty Level

Beginner

YCB Level

L1 - Yoga Protocol Instructor

Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)

Pashchimottanasana aka Paschimottasana / Seated Forward Bend is a classic Hatha yoga pose. It stretches the entire back of your body, from your calves to your hamstrings (the back of your thighs) to your spine.

How To Do Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)

Step 1

Sit on the floor with legs stretched out in front of you

Step 2 

Extend your arms upward and keep your spine erect

Step 3 

Bend forward and place your upper body on your lower body while exhaling

Step 4 

Lower your arms and grip your big toes with your fingers. Try to touch your knees with your nose
Hold the posture for 10 seconds and come back to the original position slowly

Benefits of Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)

  • Calms the mind and aids in the relief of stress and mild depression.
  • Stretches the back, shoulders, and hamstrings.
  • Improves digestion by stimulating the liver, kidneys, ovaries, and uterus.
  • Aids in the relief of menopausal symptoms and menstrual discomfort.
  • It relieves headaches, anxiety, and fatigue.
  • It is used to treat high blood pressure, infertility, insomnia, and sinusitis.
  • Paschimottanasana, according to traditional texts, stimulates the appetite, reduces obesity, and cures diseases.

Cautions of Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)

  • If you have arms, hips, ankles, or shoulders injury, then avoid this pose. Don’t put too much pressure on yourself in this pose. If you’re too tight to bend much, just do what you can without hurting yourself. Please don`t do this pose immediately after food.

Note: All the asanas and pranayama should be performed under the guidance of your certified yoga teacher.

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