Yoga Journal : Poses : Forward Bends

FORWARD BENDS
	Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog) One of the most widely recognized yoga poses... an all-over, rejuvenating stretch.	Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose) Bound Angle Pose is an excellent groin and hip-opener.

	Balasana (Child's Pose) Balasana is a restful pose that can be sequenced between more challenging asanas.	Janu Sirsasana (Head-to-Knee Forward Bend) A forward bend for all levels of students, Janu Sirsasana is also a spinal twist.

	Marichyasana I (Pose Dedicated to the Sage Marichi, I) Marichi is the Vedic Adam, and the "father" of humanity.	Padangusthasana (Big Toe Pose) This pose gently lengthens and strengthens even stubbornly tight hamstrings.

	Parsvottanasana (Intense Side Stretch Pose) This beginner variation is done with the hands on the floor.	Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend) Paschimottanasana can help a distracted mind unwind.

	Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide-Legged Forward Bend) The pose as described here is technically known as Prasarita Padottanasana I.	Upavistha Konasana (Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend) A good preparation for most of the seated forward bends, twists, and the wide-leg standing poses.

	Uttana Shishosana (Extended Puppy Pose) A cross between Child's Pose and Downward Facing Dog. This pose lengthens the spine and calms the mind.	Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend) Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind.

	Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana (Extended Head-To-Big-Toe Pose) Maintaining solid grounding through the standing foot helps keep you steady.


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