Urdhva Dhanurasana

Back Bending

The enphasis here is on stretching and lengthening the quadriceps, opening the groin, abdomen and chest, hence, stretching the front, rather than the back, of the body. Strenght in arms and legs is needed here, both fundations will be working in an entirely new way. This pose requires a flexible spine as well as internal bandha control.
Benefits: Stretching the whole front of the body