Standing Forward Bend – Video Tutorial

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Benefits

  • Strengthens and stretches the inner and back legs and the spine
  • Tones the abdominal organs
  • Calms the brain
  • Relieves mild backache

Teacher’s Tip

Most beginning students aren’t able to easily touch the crown of their head to the floor in this posture.  Support your head on a folded blanket.   Standing Forward Bend can also be used as a resting position between the standing poses.

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About the Author

George Watts George Watts is a yoga teacher based in Mid Wales. Yoga classes in Llandrindod Wells and Brecon. Other services include: 1-2-1 Yoga, Life Coaching and Website Design