Wide Angle Seated Forward Bend Pose
Upavistha Konasana is a seated forward bend that requires flexibility. The term comes from the Sanskrit upavistha, meaning “seated” or “sitting,” kona, meaning “angle,” and asana, meaning “pose” or “posture”.
From a seated position, the legs are spread wide and the upper body folds forward. In addition to a range of physical benefits, this pose calms the mind and the nervous system.
The common English name for Upavistha Konasana is Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend. It is also sometimes referred to as simply seated angle pose.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Pose Detail
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Joint Mobility Direction: Lateral Stretch
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Benefits and Contraindications
Strengthens and stretches the inner and back legs and the spine
Tones the abdominal organs
Calms the brain
Relieves mild backache
Lower back or a herniated disk injury
Torn groin or hamstring
Pregnancy
Photo poses in different angles
Tips
This asana is quite challenging for beginners. If you find it hard to bend forward, you could bend your knees gently. You could even use blankets to support your knees. You must move forward in the bend, and ensure your knee caps point upwards throughout the asana.
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