Prasarita Padottanasana A, B, C & D | Wide Foot Forward Bend Tutorial | Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series

Prasarita Padottanasana can be tricky because it requires remembering and co-ordinating various starting and ending positions for each version, changing arm variations in the right order, and syncing the inhale and exhale to the movement. We often see students get confused here. In this video David and Jelena precisely break down how in the 4 Wide Foot Forward Bend variations (A, B, C, and D) is traditionally instructed and taught in Ashtanga. What you'll learn: The exact Vinyasa count and how it applies to Prasarita A, B, C, and D Where to place the hands moving into each of the 4 variations (this is often where mix ups occur) Where to place your hands while folding Folding without extra movement How to engage the legs and core to protect against common injuries like "yoga butt" (hamstring tendinopathy) How body proportions and flexibility affect foot distance and depth in the pose Why this pose is a full-body practice in breath and focus, not just a stretch Try it out! Did it help? If you post to social media, don’t forget to tag us on IG @davidandjelenayoga WHAT SHOULD WE MAKE NEXT? 🎥 Want to see more tutorials and tips on a pose that isn't in our library? ❗Let us know in the comments, and we'll make a video for it! 🙌 Welcome to David and Jelena's Official YouTube Channel! Here, you'll find: 🔹 ASHTANGA YOGA TUTORIALS and LED CLASSES accessible for ALL LEVELS 🔹 Teachings based on tradition and principles as taught by our teacher, Sharath Jois 🔹 Support tools and complimentary exercises to help grow your practice from anywhere in the world 🔹 Tips to help you tap into a more YOGA-FOCUSED LIFESTYLE 🧘🏼‍♂️ David Robson is a certified Ashtanga Yoga Teacher from SYC (Sharath Jois Yoga Centre) 🧘🏼 Jelena Vesic is an authorized Level 2 Ashtanga Yoga Teacher from SYC (Sharath Jois Yoga Centre) 🌍 David and Jelena are founders of the renowned yoga shala in Canada, Ashtanga Yoga Centre of Toronto, one of the largest Mysore programs in the world 💻 WATCH THESE NEXT 🔹 What is "YOGA BUTT" and How To Avoid It When Practicing →    • What is "Yoga Butt" and How to Avoid it Wh...   🔹 How to do Parsvottanasana | Intense Side Stretch Pose →    • How to do Parsvottanasana | Intense Side S...   🔹 Ashtanga Sun Salutations and Fundamentals to the Beat of the Drum →    • Ashtanga Sun Salutations and Fundamentals ...   🔔 SUBSCRIBE to the David and Jelena channel and turn on the notifications so you never miss a new video. ✉️ JOIN David and Jelena's newsletter through our website to receive updates on our in-person international events, online courses, livestream class opportunities, and exclusive VIP deals: https://www.davidandjelenayoga.com/ 🧘 DEEPEN YOUR PRACTICE WITH OUR ONLINE YOGA COURSES 🔹 Ashtanga for Beginners → https://www.davidandjelenayoga.com/as... 🔹 Primary Series Intensive → https://www.davidandjelenayoga.com/pr... 🔹 Beginner Bundle save 10% when you sign up for both Ashtanga For Beginners & Primary Series Intensive → https://www.davidandjelenayoga.com/be... 🔹 All David & Jelena Yoga online courses → https://www.davidandjelenayoga.com/co... 🌎 STUDY + PRACTICE WITH US IN PERSON Check out our INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOPS & RETREATS https://www.davidandjelenayoga.com/ev... Check out our HOME SHALA IN CANADA: ASHTANGA YOGA CENTRE OF TORONTO https://www.ashtangatoronto.com/ 👋 STAY CONNECTED 🔹 David and Jelena's Shared Instagram:   / davidandjelenayoga   🔹 David Robson's Personal Instagram:   / davidrobsonyoga   🔹 Jelena Vesic's Personal Instagram:   / vesic_jelena   🔹 Ashtanga Yoga Centre of Toronto Instagram:   / ashtangatoronto   🔹 TikTok:   / davidandjelenayoga   🧘‍♂️ TRY US OUT—JOIN OUR FREE ONLINE COURSE Get lifetime access to Meditation in Asana, our FREE 7-lesson course that guides you in developing more self-awareness and connection in your practice. Sign up here → https://www.davidandjelenayoga.com/me... 😍 WANT OUR YOGA MAT? SAVE 10% on any Liforme mat with our code: DAVIDROBSON and JELENAV → https://liforme.com/ Disclaimer: David & Jelena Yoga LLC strongly recommends that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program. You should be in good physical condition and be able to participate in the exercise. You should understand that when participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge David & Jelena Yoga LLC from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of David & Jelena Yoga LLC's negligence.