Padahastasana

Hands to Feet

Hands to Feet is a standing fold with the hands beneath the feet; the hand position is optional.

Intermediate · 5/10

Practise away from the screen with the Yoga Cards deck.

Fold forward with knees bent and hands initially on blocks.
Only if the fold and wrists are comfortable, slide palms upward under the fronts of the feet without pulling.
Release the hands first, support the torso and rise slowly with bent knees.

Before you begin

Avoid the hand-under-foot position with wrist pain and stop for dizziness or back symptoms.

A moderate leg stretch and light palm contact.

Explores hamstring length and a supported standing fold.

Standing heavily on the hands or straightening the knees forcibly.

Keep hands on blocks or a chair instead of under the feet.