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Upavistha Konasana (Seated Angle Pose)

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Yoga Techniques and Fitness

Overview

In this lesson, we explore Upavistha Konasana, the seated wide-angle forward bend, along with its variations including twists and the lifted version.

Objective

Gain understanding of how the wide leg position creates a different hamstring and adductor stretch than other forward bends.

What You'll Get

You'll walk away knowing how to work with the challenge of folding forward while maintaining length in the spine. We cover what's happening in the hip joints, how to adapt the pose for students with sciatica, and when to use the twist or lift-up variations. You'll learn how to cue the balance between opening the legs wider and maintaining integrity in the pelvis, and why this pose is both calming and energetically cooling.