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About this Practice
Knee bending and straightening. Lubricates the knee joint, strengthens the surrounding musculature, and is the primary exercise for knee health and arthritis management.
How to Practise
- 1
Sit with legs extended, hands behind you for support.
- 2
Bend the right knee, bringing the heel toward the sitting bone.
- 3
Extend the leg straight again.
- 4
Repeat 10 times on each leg. Then with both legs together.
Benefits
- ✓Lubricates knee joints
- ✓Strengthens quadriceps and hamstrings
- ✓Helps manage knee arthritis
- ✓Prepares for all kneeling poses
Health Goals Addressed
⚠️ Cautions & Contraindications
Recent knee surgery (gentle movement only). Replace with isometric quadriceps if needed.
Want to learn this under guidance?
All practices in this library are taught systematically at Nibedita Yoga Training Centre.