Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimatanasana

Updated: May 24, 2022

Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimatanasana is a seated posture that helps to increase hip and shoulder mobility.

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Etymology

Sanskrit Name: Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimattanasana

English Translation: Half Bound Lotus Intense Back of the Body Posture

Ardha - Half

Baddha - Bound

Padma - Lotus

Paschima - Back of. the Body, West

Ut - Intense

Asana - Posture

How to:

Begin seated in Dandasana.
Bring the right foot into half Padmasana by bringing the outside edge of the foot into the left hip crease.
Reach the right hand behind the back and catch hold of the right toe or foot.
Grab the left foot with the left hand.
Exhale as you fold. Hold for 5 breaths.
After five breaths, inhale and look up. Keep hold of both feet as you exhale.
Repeat on the left side.

Notes:

If you have difficulty catching any bind, you can use a binding towel to help make the connection.

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