2,100 Asanas: The Complete Yoga Poses

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Upward Facing Western Intense Stretch


Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana

(OORD-vuh MUK-uh puhsh-chi-mo-tahn-AHS-uh-nuh)
Also Known As: Upward Facing Seated Forward Bend
Modification: grabbing onto the heels, arms straight
Pose Type: core, seated, forward bend, quadriceps to the chest
Drishti Point: Padayoragrai or Padayoragre (toes/feet)


Upward Facing Western Intense Stretch


Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana

(OORD-vuh MUK-uh puhsh-chi-mo-tahn-AHS-uh-nuh)
Also Known As: Upward Facing Seated Forward Bend
Modification: grabbing onto the heels



  1. forehead away from the shins

  2. forehead to the shins
    Pose Type: core, seated, forward bend
    Drishti Point: Nasagrai or Nasagre (nose)

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