1 Sit on the floor with one leg crossed in front of the other. As you inhale, reach your arms out to the side and upward. ... 2 Keep your back straight as you slowly bend forward at your hips.

One such pose or asana called the Prasarita Padottanasana, or the wide-legged standing forward bend, can be used to work the entire lower body, core and back collectively.

The wide-legged forward bend is excellent for strengthening the thighs and knees, stretching out the calves and lengthening the back. It […] Skip to content. All Sections. 68°F.