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Standing Hand-to-Big-Toe
Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana

A standing balance that develops leg strength, focus and hamstring length.

Instructional illustration of Standing Hand-to-Big-Toe
LevelIntermediate
Pose typeBalance
Primary focusBalance, Hamstrings

How to practice Standing Hand-to-Big-Toe

  1. Shift weight into one leg and lift the opposite knee.
  2. Hold the knee or loop a strap around the foot.
  3. Extend the leg forward only while staying upright.
  4. Keep the standing leg active and gaze steady.

Practice tips

  • Keep the lifted knee bent.
  • Practice with one hand on a wall.
Practice note: Avoid locking either knee or rounding the spine.
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