Curated Action

Standing Forward Fold with Elbow Clasp (Uttanasana)

Yoga

Standing Forward Fold with Elbow Clasp (Uttanasana) is a reusable training action. Review its coaching notes and targets below.

Reusable training actionVideo demonstration1 min 7 sec

Training Details

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Sourceyoutube.com/watch?v=Ho9em79_0qg
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Standing Forward Fold with Elbow Clasp (Uttanasana)

Ground fingertips, send hips high, drop head, clasp opposite elbows, and gently sway side to side in an extended forward fold.

Key points

  • Allow gravity to decompress the spine and neck
  • Keep knees softly unlocked to avoid hyperextension
  • Consciously release stored tension in shoulders and neck

Common mistakes

Locking knee joints rigidly or straining the cervical spine.

Sets: 1Rest: 0 secEst. duration: 1 min 7 sec
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