Clasped-Hands Forward Fold

Difficulty

Beginner

Position

Standing

Type

Static stretching, Yoga

Sides

Single position

Hold time

30–60 s per set in our routines

How to do the Clasped-Hands Forward Fold

1. Stand with feet hip-width apart and interlace your fingers behind your back.
2. Hinge forward from your hips, letting your torso drape toward the floor.
3. Reach your clasped hands overhead, allowing the stretch to travel through your shoulders.

Tips

• Relax your head and neck completely so gravity can help.
• Keep your legs straight yet soft at the knees.

Adjustments

• Hold a strap or towel between your hands if interlacing is uncomfortable.
• Bend your knees slightly if your hamstrings need more space.

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