Question

definition of utthasana

Answer 1

Uttanasana is a standing forward fold, which is considered very good for relieving stress and soothing the nervous system. It forms part of the Surya Namaskar sequences.

Its name comes from the Sanskrit uttana, which means "intense stretch" and asana, which means "a seat" or "posture."

The Western name for uttanasana is standing forward bend

Answer 2

The asana consists of standing with feet together, then hinging forward from the hips, letting the head hang, with palms placed flat on the floor near the feet.