In Prasarita Padottanasana with a Bind, how should the head and neck be positioned?

• A. Turn to the side
• B. Hang heavy
• C. Lift the chin
• D. Tuck the head

Answer: (B)

Let the head hang heavy and the neck stay soft and long as you fold forward in this bound version. The goal is to use gravity to lengthen the spine without straining the neck, keeping the breath free and the throat open. If you turn the head to the side, lift the chin, or tuck the head, the neck can compress or twist awkwardly, making the pose less safe and harder to maintain. So the best approach is a relaxed, heavy head that allows the neck to align with the spine as you fold.