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Yoga
One Leg Forward Bend II/ Janu Shirshasana 2
By FITTR
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20 Jun 2022
2022-06-20T12:57:57.000Z
Preparation
This pose helps in stretching hamstring muscles and increasing flexibility in the hip joints, tones the entire abdominal and pelvic region while removing excess weight in the abdominal area and stimulating circulation to the nerves and muscles of the spine. Let's look at the steps: Sit down on the floor with your legs outstretched and spread apart as far as possible. Bring your left hand up and rest your right hand on the back. Twist your trunk and bend forward toward your right leg. Grab hold of your right toe or calf with your left hand.
Method
Step 1
Inhale, raise your head up, and look up
Step 2
Exhale, bend forward and bring the forehead as close as possible to the knee
Step 3
Keep both knees straight
Step 4
Hold the pose for 5 breaths
Step 5
Inhale, raise your head and left hand up, bring your left hand to the back and right hand up
Step 6
Twist to the left side and repeat the movement by touching left foot with right hand
Step 7
Precautions: People who suffer from slipped disc, sciatica or hernia should not practice this posture.
