Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana)
Sit on the floor with legs straight in front, hinge at the hips and reach your hands toward your feet while keeping your spine as long as possible.
How to do the Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana)
- Sit on the floor with legs straight in front.
- Hinge at the hips and reach your hands toward your feet while keeping your spine as long as possible.
What it targets
Primary muscle groups: Lower Back, Hamstrings.
Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Lower Back Pain, Sciatica, Herniated Disc.
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