Supta Padangusthasana with Strap
सुप्त पादांगुष्ठासन स्ट्रैप
Supta Padangusthasana with strap — makes the hamstring stretch accessible to everyone.
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Benefits
- Most accessible hamstring stretch
- No back strain
- Iyengar essential
- Great for runners
- Full anatomical benefits — muscles, joints, organs →
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Teaching Cues
For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students
6 cues
Teaching Cues
For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students
- 1Press the back of the head gently into the floor
- 2Keep the lower back in its natural curve
- 3Relax the shoulders away from the ears
- 4Soften the facial muscles and jaw
- 5Breathe deeply into the belly
- 6Hinge from the hips, leading with the chest
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About this Pose
Supta Padangusthasana with strap — makes the hamstring stretch accessible to everyone.
How to Practice
1. Lie on back.
2. Loop strap around right sole.
3. Raise right leg — hold strap.
4. Left leg straight on floor.
5. Elbows on floor — pull leg gently with strap.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Supta Padangusthasana with Strap
What is Supta Padangusthasana with Strap?
Supta Padangusthasana with strap — makes the hamstring stretch accessible to everyone.
What are the benefits of Supta Padangusthasana with Strap?
Most accessible hamstring stretch. No back strain. Iyengar essential. Great for runners.
How many steps are in Supta Padangusthasana with Strap?
Supta Padangusthasana with Strap is practiced in 10 steps. Lie on back.
Is Supta Padangusthasana with Strap suitable for beginners?
Yes, Supta Padangusthasana with Strap is a beginner-friendly pose suitable for all levels.
What props are needed for Supta Padangusthasana with Strap?
You may use: strap. Props make the pose more accessible and comfortable.
What conditions does Supta Padangusthasana with Strap help with?
Supta Padangusthasana with Strap is therapeutic for: sciatica, flexibility, back pain, hamstring injury.
What poses should I do before Supta Padangusthasana with Strap?
Prepare with: Reclined Big Toe Pose, Supta Tadasana, Apanasana. These warm up the relevant muscles and joints.
Build Your Own Sequence
Combine Supta Padangusthasana with Strap with other poses