Supported Forward Fold

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Instructions

  • Sit on the floor with the legs outstretched, feet together.

  • Place a bolster on your legs or under your knees.

  • Slowly bend forward from the hips, sliding your hands down your legs.

  • Rest your head on the bolster or a block.

  • Hold the position for 5 - 10 minutes.

  • Slowly return to the starting position.

Modifications

  • Use a chair to rest your arms and head on.

Contraindications

  • N/A

Type of pose

  • Seated

Parts of Body Benefited

  • Spine

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Anxiety

Depression

Grief

Sadness

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Restorative Yoga

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