Janu Sirsasana (Head to Knee Pose)

Moderate

janusirsasana

Information Chart

Sanskrit NameJanu Sirsasana
TranslationHead to Knee Pose (Janu - Knee, Sirsa - head)
PositionSeated
DirectionForward Bend
StyleAssymetrical
BenefitsPrimary: Stretch the muscles of the back and spine
Secondary: stretch the hamstrings and the back of the body
DifficultyModerate

Vinyasa Krama

Start in a seated position with one leg folded and the foot touching the oopsite thigh, and the other foot out extended in front of you. Raise your hands

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