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Spread Leg Forward Fold (Upavista Konasana)Spread Leg Forward Fold Pose stretches the hamstrings and the abductors and is often used as a warm up for the side splits. It activates the body and promotes inner tranquility.
Benefits1. Stretches hamstrings and abductors.2. Frees spine and hip joints 3. Relieves sciatica 4. Improves circulation in pelvic region. 5. Tones abdominal organs. 6. Calms your brain and energize the body.
Instructions1. Sit on the floor with your legs spread wide. Adjust your position until your back straight. Feel comfortable. Then inhale and raise your arms up. Open your chest. 2. Exhale and slowly bend your torso forward from your waist while keeping your spine straight. Slide your hands forward on the floor with your fingers spread. If possible, let your forearm touch the floor as well. Adjust your buttocks backward and position yourself on the frontal edge of the sitting bones. Stay in the position for 10 seconds or around 7 breath rounds. Then, return to step 1.  Go back to Sitting Yoga Poses
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