Uttanasana: The forward fold

Figure showing forward fold

Points to check

Pull back abdomen
Seat high

Benefits

Strengthens abdominals
Stretches hamstrings

Precautions & Prohibitions

Not to be held by people with high blood pressure, eye or ear problems or hiatis hernia
Be careful if have balance difficulties
Be careful coming up especially if have low blood pressure

Modifications

Bend the knees so that abdomen comes closer to thighs