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About this Practice
Head-to-Knee Pose — a one-sided forward bend that stretches one side of the body at a time, toning the liver and spleen and helping regulate blood sugar. Gentler than Paschimottanasana for those with tight hamstrings.
How to Practise
- 1
Sit in Dandasana. Bend the right knee, placing the right foot against the inner left thigh.
- 2
Inhale to lengthen. Exhale and fold over the left leg.
- 3
Hold the foot, ankle, or shin.
- 4
Keep the left knee pointing upward.
- 5
Hold 1–2 minutes per side.
Benefits
- ✓Stretches the hamstring on one side
- ✓Stimulates liver and spleen
- ✓Helps regulate blood sugar
- ✓Calms the nervous system
Health Goals Addressed
⚠️ Cautions & Contraindications
Knee injury. Diarrhoea.
Want to learn this under guidance?
All practices in this library are taught systematically at Nibedita Yoga Training Centre.