An excellent asana to prepare for all the advanced wide-legged standing or seated poses, Upavistha Konasana stretches the legs while simultaneously strengthening the back muscles.
Seated Yoga
Staff Pose (Dandasana)
This is primarily an alignment pose which is practiced before a number of seated asanas as a foundational pose to start from. Dandasana (Daṇḍāsana) is usually followed by some kind of a forward bend, but not always so.
Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana)
This is a powerful asana for the spine as it completely stretches the back side of the body, giving the system a boost of energy and vitality. It also stimulates the vital organs and helps improve digestion.
Scale Pose (Tolasana)
This asana strengthens the forearms, wrists, biceps, triceps, and shoulders. It builds upper body strength and develops the core muscles. Just like Padmasana, this pose works on the knees, thighs, hamstrings, and calves.
Revolved Head-to-Knee Pose (Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana)
This asana is great for those who suffer from chronic back pain. It increases the blood circulation in the spine area, which helps relieve backaches of all kinds. It stimulates the vital organs, enhancing the function of the liver, kidneys, heart, lungs, and digestive system.