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Forward Bend Poses
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This pose gently lengthens and strengthens even stubbornly tight hamstrings.
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Balasana is a restful pose that can be sequenced between more challenging asanas.
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A cross between Child's Pose and Downward Facing Dog. This pose lengthens the spine and calms the mind.
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A forward bend for all levels of students, Janu Sirsasana is also a spinal twist.
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Marichi is the Vedic Adam, and the "father" of humanity.
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Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind.
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A good preparation for most of the seated forward bends, twists, and the wide-leg standing poses.
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Bound Angle Pose is an excellent groin and hip-opener.
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One of the most widely recognized yoga poses... an all-over, rejuvenating stretch.
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This pose gently brings a greater awareness to the hip joints.
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This beginner variation is done with the hands on the floor.
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Paschimottanasana can help a distracted mind unwind.
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Half Intense Stretch Pose is commonly known as Half Standing Forward Bend Pose
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The pose as described here is technically known as Prasarita Padottanasana I.
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