Upavistha Konasana "Seated Wide Legged Forward Fold"

Pronunciation: (OO-pah-vis-thah kohn-AHS-ana)

 

Also called:

  • Seated Angle Pose
  • Wide Sitting/Seated Forward Fold
  • Sitting/Seated Wide Legged Pose
  • Upavishta Konasana
  • Straddle Pose
  • Seated Triangle Pose

 

Level:

  • Beginner

 

Chakra:

 

Benefits: Stretches the inner thigh and hamstrings, back, and opens the pelvis.

How it's done:
  • Begin in a seated position
  • Open your legs as wide as you can comfortably - 90 degrees or so
  • Keep your thighs in contact with the floor
  • Your knees and toes should be pointing up
  • Reach forward, tilting from the pelvis with your back straight
  • Capture your toes if possible

 

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