Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend) Yoga Pose Guide #1273945 (License: Personal Use)

This illustration shows Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend), an essential Hatha yoga asana emphasizing hamstring and spinal flexibility. The pose is performed seated with legs extended, torso folded forward over the legs, and hands clasped behind the back-a variation that intensifies shoulder opening and upper back stretch. Proper alignment involves engaging the quadriceps, drawing the navel in, and maintaining a neutral spine before hinging at the hips.

Used on yoga instruction websites, mobile apps, and wellness blogs to illustrate proper form for seated forward bends; targets users seeking posture correction, stress relief, or flexibility improvement through yoga.