Standing Forward Fold

This pose is perfect for opening your hamstring, stretching the lower back, and creating a calming effect over your mind. In Sanskrit, we called this pose as Uttanasana. Also called Standing Forward Bend.

• Center your mind and concentrate on your breath. Bring your feet together and fold forward from the hips. 
• Grow long through the spine and relax your neck. Tuck your chin toward your chest, relax your shoulder and continue lengthening the crown of the head toward the floor to create a long spine. Straighten the legs as much as possible, and shift weight forward into your toes. 
• Place your fingertips on the floor in line with your toes, bending your knees as much as is necessary.