Urdhva Padmasana
Functional Ashtanga

Urdhva Padmasana

Upward Lotus
Spine Extension

Urdhva Padmasana (Upward Lotus)

Lotus position in shoulderstand, combining inversion with hip external rotation.

Key mobility focus: spine extension

FRC Mobility Protocols

These videos target spine extension for Urdhva Padmasana:

  1. Spine Extension Passive Stretch
  2. Spine Extension PAILS & RAILS
  3. Spine Extension PNF
  4. Spine Extension Axials
  5. Spine Extension Passive Range Hold
  6. Spine Extension Hovers
  7. Spine Extension Lift Offs

Other Movements in Urdhva Padmasana

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Hip External Rotation Hip External Rotation in Urdhva Padmasana
Knee Flexion Knee Flexion in Urdhva Padmasana
Shoulder Extension Shoulder Extension in Urdhva Padmasana
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