Supta Padangusthasana (Reclined Hand to Toe Pose)

Chin to Shin

Open Leg to Side

Two Hands Drawing Leg Toward Floor Outside Ear
Supta Padangusthasana
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“supta” = reclining
“pada” = foot
“angusta” = big toe
Reclined Hand to Toe
Also known as: Reclined Big Toe
Heart of Pose
- Forward Bend
- Hip & Leg Stretch
Notes
- Known for relieving low back pain
- Good pose for times when seated and standing forward bends put low back at risk— such as for students with tight hamstrings or back issues such as disk injury
- Considered a preliminary pose for seated postures and advanced poses
- Can provide hip opening and hamstring stretch in preparation for seated forward bends
- See also Asana Categories: Forward Bends