Forward Bends Flashcards by Anthony Brown

Balasana

Child’s Pose

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Janu Sirsasana

Head to Knee

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Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana

Revolving Head to Knee

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Paschimottanasana

Intense Stretch to the West

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Eka Pada Rajakapotasana

King Pigeon Pose

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Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimottanasana

Half Bound Lotus Forward Fold

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Ubhaya Padangustasana

Both Feet Big Toe Pose

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Dandasana

Staff Pose

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Trianga Mukhaikapada Paschimottanasana

Three Limbs Face One Foot

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Paripurna Navasana

Boat Pose

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Kurmasana

Turtle Pose

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Upavistha Konasana

Wide Legged Seated Forward Fold

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Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana

Hand to Big Toe Pose

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Uttanasana

Intense Forward Bend

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Parsvottanasana

Intense Side Stretch pose

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Prasarita Padottanasana

Spread Feet Intense Stretch

Padangusthasana

Big Toe Pose

Pada Hastasana

Foot to Hand Pose

Which endocrine gland do forward folds massage?

The adrenal glands

Are forward folds therapeutic or contraindicated for adrenal fatigue?

Therapeutic - Massages the adrenal glands

How are forward folds therapeutic for the digestive system?

Massages the liver, gall bladder, stomach, intestines and pancreas, therefore therapeutic for conditions of the GIT

How are forward folds therapeutic for anxiety, stress and mild depression?

Stimulates a PNS response

Are forward folds therapeutic or contraindicated for chronic fatigue syndrome?

Therapeutic - Activate the pineal gland that releases melatonin and therefore regulates and rebalances the circadian rhythms

How can forward folds benefit women?

Relieves the symptoms of menopause and menstrual complaints

How are forward folds therapeutic for high blood pressure?

Stimulate the kidneys, regulating the renin-angiotensin system

How are forward folds beneficial for male reproductive health?

Increases circulation to the prostate gland

Why is Janu Sirsasana contraindicated for those with sacroiliac joint issues?

For many, the worst pose is a combination of twisting, abduction, and forward bending

Are forward folds therapeutic or contraindicated for sciatica?

Therapeutic for chronic, but don't round down | Contraindicated for acute

Are forward folds therapeutic or contraindicated for pregnancy?

Contraindicated - Compress the uterus

Are forward folds therapeutic or contraindicated for acute lumbar spine injuries and disk prolapse?

Contraindicated

Are forward folds therapeutic or contraindicated for sacroiliac injuries?

Contraindicated