✦ Standing
Standing Forward Fold
Uttanasana
Targets: Hamstrings, Lower Back
Benefits
- Lengthens the hamstrings
- Decompresses the spine
- Calms the mind
How to Practice It
- Stand with feet hip-width.
- Hinge at the hips and fold forward.
- Bend the knees as much as you need.
- Let the head and arms hang heavy.
⚠ Use Caution If
- Acute lower back disc injury
- High blood pressure