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Pada Hastasana | Hand Under Foot Pose
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Pada Hastasana | Hand Under Foot Pose

Padahastasana strengthens the lower back, leg muscles and eases the digestion process. When practised regularly, it enhances overall flexibility of the body. Those with heart problems, blood pressure variations, spinal cord concerns and lower back issues should avoid this asana. Also pregnant women are not advised to practice this posture.

By Kautilya / February 2, 2020

Its name comes from the Sanskrit, pada, which means “foot,” hasta, which means “hand,” and asana, which means “posture” or “seat.” It may also be known in English as hand-to-leg forward bend posture.

Image Courtesy: DrWell

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