Purvottanasana (Upward Plank) – Overview
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- Purvottanasana (Upward Plank)
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Sanskrit & Naming
- Purvottanasana
purvo-tan-AHS-ahna
“purva” = east side (front of body)
“uttana” = intense
Intense Eastward Facing Stretch
Also known as: Upward Plank and Front of Body Stretch
Heart of Pose
- Strengthening / Stabilizing
- Front Body Stretch
Sequencing
- Neutralizes forward bends, opening front of body.
- Prepare by lengthening hip flexors in modified Low Lunge, lifting back foot.
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