Half-Bound Lotus Forward Fold

Technique

How to perform Half-Bound Lotus Forward Fold

1. Sit with one leg extended and place the opposite foot on that thigh only if Half Lotus is already comfortable.
2. Reach the same-side arm behind the back toward the Lotus foot, using a strap or leaving the arm unbound when the reach is unavailable.
3. Hinge over the straight leg while keeping the folded knee free of twisting force.
4. Return upright and release the arm before supporting the foot with both hands to uncross the leg.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved