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Head to Knees Pose - Paschimottanasana

Technique

1.



Sit on the floor with your legs out.

2.



Stretch forwards and raise your arms up to the ceiling.

3. Now exhale and begin to move forward slowly, keeping your back as straight as possible.





4. Hold your knees and maintain the stretch for around 10 seconds. Your head should be bent forward.

5. Now exhale and begin to move forward slowly, keeping your back as straight as possible.

6. Pull your body forward and reach for your toes. Hold the position for about 10 seconds.

7. To return to upright position, stretch forwards, inhale and stretch your arms up.

8. Relax for a while, legs spread out, palms flat on the floor behind you.

 
 
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