Baddha Konasana

Sanskrit:

Baddha - bound

Kona - angle

Bound Angle Pose

Benefits:

• Tones kidneys while strengthening the bladder and uterus or prostate.
• Improves circulation to the pelvis, abdomen, and back
  
• May benefit women suffering from cramps, heavy menstrual bleeding, and other symptoms related to both PMS and perimenopause
• Helps to relieve pain caused by herniated disc and/or sciatica
  

Contraindications:

• People with very stiff lower back and/or legs may need to support sit-bones on a blanket
• Those suffering lower back injury will need to be mindful of keeping the spine long