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English name: One Foot Pose
Sanskrit name: Eka Padasana

Difficulty level: Intermediate

Technique

1. Stand feet together.
3. Raise the hands above the head, straight arms, fingers interlocked index fingers together pointing up.
4. Slowly bend forward at the hips, keeping the back and arms straight.
5. At the same time lift the left leg from the floor, keeping it in a straight line with the back.
6. Continue to bend forward until the body and left leg are horizontal, head facing forward looking at the hands.
7. Remain in the pose for 20 - 30 seconds or as long as possible.
8. Slowly return to the standing position.

Breathing

• Inhale while raising the arms.
• Exhale while bending forward into the pose.
• Breathe normally in the final position.
• Inhale while straightening to the standing position.
• Exhale to relax.

Benefits

• Anatomical - Strengthens the shoulders, arms and back. Stretches the hamstrings. Improves balance.

Counter Pose

• Any back bending asana.

Notes

• Make sure that the hips are facing the floor in the final position to maximise the stretch in the hamstring of the standing leg.
• Focus attention on one spot to help maintain balance.