This asana lengthens the spine making it more strong and flexible. It works on the core muscles, hamstrings, glutes, thighs, calves, ankles, and the neck muscles as well. It can be used as an effective warm-up exercise to stretch the spine, hamstrings, glutes, thighs, and calf muscles.
Standing
Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana)
This asana is beneficial for reducing stress, anxiety, and mental agitation. It instills a sense of calm and coolness into the system. Uttanasana tones and strengthens the hamstrings, calves, glutes, and of course, the spine.
Revolved Triangle Pose (Parivrtta Trikonasana)
This is a wonderful preparatory asana for a variety of forward bends. It instills a strong sense of balance into the system and at the same time, tones the abdomen, hamstrings, thighs, and shoulders.
Revolved Side Angle Pose (Parivrtta Parsvakonasana)
Practicing this asana improves digestion as well as functions of liver and kidneys. It tones and strengthens the thighs, hamstrings, knees, calves, ankles, back muscles, and shoulders.
Mountain Pose (Tadasana)
Practicing Tadasana regularly helps correct standing posture, allowing us to stand comfortably without any extra pressure on the spine, knees, or ankles. Tadasana also helps us become more alert, enhancing our awareness of the breath.