Seated Forward Fold vs Pyramid Pose

Compare benefits, difficulty, and safety.

Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana)

Sitting with legs extended, folding forward.

Difficulty: Beginner

Primary benefit: Hamstring stretch

Safe for 50+: Yes

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Pyramid Pose (Parsvottanasana)

Standing with one foot forward, fold over front leg.

Difficulty: Intermediate

Primary benefit: Hamstring stretch

Safe for 50+: Yes

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