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Crowning Head Lift: Lift and lengthen through the crown of the head.
Weight Distribution: Ensure all four corners of the feet are even and grounded, which can be enhanced by lifting the toes.
Pelvic Alignment: Tuck the pelvis to maintain alignment of the body.
Heart Lift: Find a natural lift in the heart while drawing the shoulder blades in and down.
Chin Position: Keep the chin parallel to the earth.
Transitioning to Forward Fold
As Adrien transitions into the forward fold, he encourages taking the hands to the waist and hooking the thumbs behind the waistline. This creates a strong base for the movement into Utanasana. He guides practitioners to maintain an active body and use their breath to help release into the pose.