Standing Half Bound Lotus Forward Bend - Ardha Baddha Padmasana

Try out this Asana with me?, Health Challenge Invite. Ardha Baddha Padmott?n?sana

STEPS :

1. Starting in Samastithi (equal standing posture)
2. Inhale lift the right leg, bringing the foot up towards the left hip.
3. Exhale reach around your backand hold onto the right big toe with the right hand. (if this is not possible hold with the left hand and hold the left wrist with your right hand stay in this posture do not proceed) See Ardha Baddha Padma Vrikshasana
4. Inhale lift your left are straight up into the air
5. Exhale, bending forwards at the hips, bring the left hand down to the floor. Try to focus on the tip of your nose (slightly cross eyed)
6. Hold here breathing deeply
7. Inhale lift the body and the left and all the way up
8. Exhale release the leg down to Samastithi (equal standing posture)
9. Inhale repeat with the left leg

Benefits

• Stretches and strengthens the hips, hamstrings, shoulders and knees.

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.