Standing Forward Bend And Its Benefits

Standing Forward Bend is an excellent yoga pose for stress relief.

How To Do Standing Forward Bend

·          Stand straight with your hands by your sides.

·          Inhale as you raise your hands over your head.

·          Exhale as you bend downwards with your arms stretched towards the ground.

·          Place your palms by the sides of your feet on the ground. Alternately, you can place your forearms behind your lower legs.

·          Bring your forehead closer to your legs without bending your knees.

·          Hold the pose for mentioned duration.

·          Release the pose by releasing your arms and straightening your body.

Duration: 20 Seconds
 

Benefits Of Standing Forward Bend

·          Stretches your entire body

·          Tones your shoulders

·          Improves blood flow to brain

·          Calms your mind and relieves stress

·          Treats sciatic conditons

Note 

Those with high blood pressure, detached retina and glaucoma should refrain from practicing the pose.