A person performing Prasarita Hasta Malasana, a wide-stance yoga squat with arms extended for balance, maintaining an upright spine and grounded heels in a calm natural or studio environment.
SQUAT: HEELS DOWN—ARMS BELOW HEAD, Prasarita Hasta Malasana Prep

Prasarita Hasta Malasana 

Prasarita Hasta Malasana is a wide-stance variation of the traditional Malasana where the practitioner lowers into a deep squat with feet placed wider than hip-width and arms actively engaged for balance and stability. The spine remains upright, the heels are grounded, and the knees track in line with the toes to ensure safe alignment. This posture enhances hip flexibility, strengthens the quadriceps, glutes, and adductor muscles, and improves ankle mobility.