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- Gentle Movement: It can be beneficial to gently rock side to side or pulse between bending the knees and straightening them to create movement and space.
The Importance of Breath
Throughout the practice, Adrien underscores the significance of breath. Emphasizing deep, solid inhalations and exhalations, he highlights how breath facilitates the easing of tension in both the mind and body, enabling a more profound experience of the forward fold. He encourages various movements within the pose to further relax tight areas and enhance the benefits of Utanasana.
- Breath as a Tool: Use the breath to lengthen during the inhale and release more deeply into the fold on the exhale.