Upward-Facing Forward Bend Pose, Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana

Upward-Facing Forward Bend Pose

Etymology

Urdhva = Upward
Mukha = Face
Paschima = West or Back
Ut = Intense
Tan = Stretch
Asana = Pose

Main Action(s)

Forward Fold

Orientation / Fondations

Alignment & Actions

Pratikriyāsana / Counter Poses & Movements

Preparations & Kramas

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Flows & Transitions

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