Yoga Peace Australia

  Why do we bend our knees in forward folds? We practice Uttanasana (standing forward fold) and Paschimottanasana (seated forward fold) in almost every class we teach. Hence it is very important to practice these poses correctly. Benefits of forward folds: Forward folds stretch the entire backside of our bodies, from our heels to carves; to hamstrings, hips, spines and all the back muscles. Folding forward helps to calm the mind and soothe the nervous system; helps you to release stress and find a sense of groundedness. A perfect posture to cool the body down and get in the mood for relaxation. Bending forward helps to improve digestion as the shape compresses and massages the internal organs and improve blood circulation to the abdomen. Why do we struggle in forward folds? When we struggle in these poses, the first reaction we usually have is "I am not flexible enough!" . While tightness in the hamstrings and other muscles can contribute to this, flexib...