Half Standing Forward Bend

Ardha Uttanasana

From a standing forward fold, reach your chest forward and lift your torso halfway. Support your hands on your shins, blocks or the floor, and lengthen from your head to your hips.

ardha (half) + uttana (intense stretch) → Half Standing Forward Bend.

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Movement guidance

Preparation
In a standing forward fold, place your hands on your shins or blocks.
Entry and alignment
Reach your chest forward and lengthen your torso toward a position parallel to the floor. Keep your neck in line with your spine.
Hold and breathe
Press your hands lightly into your shins, lengthen your chest forward and look toward the floor. Keep breathing comfortably without holding your breath.
Exit and next movement
Soften your knees and fold again, or place your hands on your hips and rise.