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Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana

Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana (Standing Hand To Big Toe Pose) is a pose with the body standing straight, on one leg; the other leg is stretched out straight, and the foot of the raised leg is grasped by the hand on the same side of the body. It is entered from the standing pose Tadasana.

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Benefits: Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana strengthens and stretches the legs and ankles. It deeply stretches the hamstrings (the back thigh muscles), while gently opening the hips, shoulders, and arms. This pose challenges and improves your sense of balance, which in turn develops greater concentration and focus.

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Uploaded on March 6, 2021