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Wide-Angle Seated Forward Fold

A seated fold with the legs spread wide, lengthening the inner thighs and the whole back body. It is a cooling, inward-turning posture usually placed late in a practice.

reduces Vatareduces Pittaneutral for Kapha

Contraindications & cautions

  • hamstring tear or acute hamstring strain
  • sacroiliac joint pain
  • acute disc injury (avoid rounding forward)
  • groin strain

Source: Ojastha editorial — classical hatha yoga texts and modern therapeutic yoga practice. pending provider validation

Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.