Paschimottanasana

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Paschimottanasana literally translated as "intense stretch of the west".

A yoga position (or asana) where one sits on the floor with legs flat on the floor, straight ahead. Lift spine long, hinge from the hips instead of the waist. Lean forward without bending your knees. Focus on bringing chest forward, not on bringing the head to the floor.

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