Yoga pose
Hanumanasana
Monkey Pose
About Hanumanasana
Hanumanasana, or Monkey Pose, is a deep forward split in Iyengar yoga that stretches the hamstrings and hip flexors. It promotes flexibility and balance with precise alignment.
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Open Hanumanasana in Asana Atlas ↗Benefits
Mind: Enhances focus and mindfulness through deep stretching and alignment. Spirit: Promotes determination and openness. Body: Stretches hamstrings, hip flexors, and groins…
Continue with full benefits in Asana Atlas →Instructions
1. Begin in a low lunge, right leg forward, left knee on the mat. 2. Inhale, straighten right leg, sliding heel forward, squaring hips. 3. Exhale, slide left leg back, lowering hips toward the mat, keeping…
Continue with full instructions in Asana Atlas →Avoid with hip or hamstring injuries. Modify with blocks under hands or a partial split. Ensure hips remain square to prevent strain.
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