About the Pose
As a preparation for backbends, this pose is ideal for stretching your hip flexors. It is a wonderful antidote if you run, hike or walk because your hip flexors get a workout and can become over tight. And it counteracts the effects of excess sitting which can create lower back issues. This pose is complimentary to Supta Pādangusthāsana, and helps to balance your hips.
Benefits from the Pose
This pose serves as a key preparatory movement for backbends, helping to open the front of your thighs and chest, and release the muscles needed for deeper, more classic backbends.
This posture deeply stretches your hip flexors, relieving tightness and improving flexibility in the front of your hips, which is essential for practicing backbends safely.
