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 Uttanasana, often called Standing Forward Bend, is a yoga pose that provides a deep stretch to the back of the legs, spine, and neck. Here's how to practice Uttanasana:

1. Begin by standing with your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides.

2. Inhale, lift your chest, and as you exhale, hinge at your hips to bend forward. Keep your back straight as long as possible.

3. Allow your hands to reach down toward the floor, either to the sides of your feet or if possible, grasp your ankles or the backs of your legs.

4. Relax your neck, letting your head hang heavy.

5. If your hamstrings are tight, it's okay to bend your knees slightly to relieve any strain.

6. Breathe deeply and hold the pose for 30 seconds to a minute, gradually working up to longer durations.

7. To exit the pose, engage your core muscles, bend your knees slightly, and slowly roll up to a standing position, vertebra by vertebra, with a flat back.

Uttanasana is a great pose for relieving tension in the spine and hamstrings. It also helps calm the mind and can be used as a transition between standing and seated poses in a yoga sequence.