Ardha Uttanasana in Sanskrit; Ardha-half, utta - intense, tana - stretch, asana - posture as are-dah-OOT-tan-AHS-ahna. The Ardha Uttanasana pose is an essential element of a typical Surya Namaskar, cuts in the joints and stretches and rejuvenates the legs. Practice the Half Standing Forward Bend, combining the breath with movement that can serve as a rim to make the pose find length with each inhalation and surrender with each breath.