Seated Forward Fold vs Head to Knee

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Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana)

Sitting with legs extended, folding forward.

Difficulty: Beginner

Primary benefit: Hamstring stretch

Safe for 50+: Yes

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Head to Knee (Janu Sirsasana)

One leg extended, one bent, fold forward.

Difficulty: Beginner

Primary benefit: Hamstring stretch

Safe for 50+: Yes

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