OM Yoga & Lifestyle

A 360º overview of… Wide-Legged Seated Forward Bend Pose

The benefits of this pose:

• Stretches your posterior kinetic chain, including your hamstrings and gluteus maximus.
• Stretches the insides of your legs.
• Relieves anxiety and stress.
• Calms your mind.
• Cultivates patience, awareness and acceptance.

Contraindications and modifications:

• Tightness in your hamstrings and back can limit you in• If you are unable to reach your toes, place a belt or scarf around each foot and hold on as you fold forwards.• Place a yoga brick or bolster under your forehead if it doesn’t reach the ground.• Sit on one or two folded blankets.• Practice under the guidance of an experienced yoga teacher if you have a hamstring or back injury.

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