Hasta Uttanasana or the Raised Arms Pose is the second pose in the Sun Salutation sequence and prepares the body for the forward bend in both posture and breath.
Ardha Uttanasana or the Flat Back Pose is a fundamental yoga pose within the Sun Salutations sequence and help to gain posture and rhthym in the breath.
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Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana or the Extended Big Toe Pose is an advanced variation of the Big Toe Pose that promotes strength and stability of posture and the mind. This pose requires a great deal of focus and rhythmic breathing while maintaining engagement of the middle and lower body muscles.
Utthita Parsvakonasana or the Extended Side Angle pose is an excellent torso stretch pose. When properly positioned, you should find your upper arm, spine, and back leg forming one continuous diagonal line from your feet to your finger tips.
