Seated Forward Bends
Flexibility
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51m
In this class you'll practise some calming, soothing forward bends, including Head To Knee Pose (Janu Sirsasana), Sage Pose (Marichyasana I), Single Leg Seated Forward Bend (Trianga Mukhaikapada Paschimottanasana), Pose of Viranchi (Viranchyasana), Bound Angle Pose (Baddha Konasana), Wide Legged Seated Forward Bend) and Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana). You'll finish with a supported backbend as a counterpose before resting in Savasana. Please note: This is a lot of stretching for the backs of the legs so please be mindful of looking after your hamstrings and use a rolled blanket under the knees if needed).
Props required: A blanket, a yoga belt and two blocks.
Mat direction: Short edge of the mat facing the screen.
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