2,100 Asanas: The Complete Yoga Poses

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SUPINE: BOTH LEGS STRAIGHT


Two-Legged Abdominal Lift Upward Extended Legs Pose


Dwi Pada Jathara Urdhva Prasarita Padasana

(DWI-puh-duh JAH-tuh-ruh OORD-vuh pruh-SAH-ri-tuh puh-DAHS-uh-nuh)
Modification: with a yoga block
Pose Type: core, supine
Drishti Point: Urdhva or Antara Drishti (up to the sky), Padayoragrai or Padayoragre (toes/feet)


Abdominal Lift Upward Facing Western Intense Stretch


Jathara Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana

(JAH-tuh-ruh OORD-vuh MUK-uh puhsh-chi-mo-tahn-AHS-uh-nuh)
Also Known As: Abdominal Lift Upward Forward Bend
Modification: head lifted off the floor, forehead to the shins
Pose Type: core, supine
Drishti Point: Nasagrai or Nasagre (nose)

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