Uttanasana, Intense Forward-Bending Pose, Intense Stretch Pose, Standing Forward Bend, Standing Forward Fold Pose, or Standing Head to Knees Pose is an asana. Sanskrit: उत्तानासन; Ut – Powerful, Tan – To Stretch, Asana – Posture; Pronounced As – OOT-tan-AHS-ahna
Health Benefits of Uttanasana
- Increases blood flow towards your brainHealth Benefits of Uttanasana Standing forward bend pose
- Reduces stress, depression and anxiety mode
- Develops flexibility and strength of spine muscles
- Reduces tension in back & neck
- Increases blood flow and prana in mooladhara, swadhisthana and manipura charka
- Calms mind and bring harmony
- Improves digestion
- Make stronger abdominal muscles
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