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Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana/ Extended Hand-to-big-toe Pose
Yoga
Workout Steps
- Steps 1
Bend the right knee and raise the thigh as high as possible towards the chest
- Steps 2
Hold the big toe of the right foot with the right hand
- Steps 3
Turn the knee out to the right and slowly straighten the leg to the side
- Steps 4
Raise the left arm to the side to assist with balance and adopt the gyana mudra
- Steps 5
Raise the leg higher and bring it closer to the body
- Steps 6
Hold the final position for as long as is comfortable
- Steps 7
Bend the right knee and bring the leg back to the center
- Steps 8
Release the toe and lower the leg to the floor
- Steps 9
Return to the starting position and Repeat with the opposite leg
- Steps 10
And that's how you do Utthita Hastapadangasana
- Steps 11
Precautions: People with sciatica, lower back or ankle injury should avoid this pose.
Preparation
This asana Improves concentration and coordinates muscular and nervous balance. The hips and the leg muscles are strengthened and toned. Let's look at how its' done: Stand upright with the feet together and focus on a fixed point at eye level. This is the starting position.