Paschimottanasana: Forward Bend Pose

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Step1: Sit on the floor with your legs stretched in front of you. Feet together.

Step 2: Place your palms on the floor by the side of your hips. Pressing your palms on the floor straighten your back.

Step 3: Slowly exhale and bend forward from the hips. Hold your heels with your hands.

Step 4: As you bend forward straighten your spine and touch your forehead to your knees. Rest your elbows on the floor. Hold the pose for 10-30 seconds and breathe normally.

Benefits:

  • Stretches the hamstrings
  • Tones the thighs by removing excess fat
  • Increases flexibility of the hip joints

    Precautions
    Those with lower back problem should not practise this

    Disclaimer: Before practice, please consult your doctor in case you are suffering from ailments. It is recommended to practice under the guidance of experts.

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