Ardha mean half. Buddha means bound, restrained, caught, withheld. The Padma is a lotus. Uttana is an intense stretch.
Effects:
The stiffness of the knees is cured by this Asana. As the abdominal organs are contracted, digestive powers increase and the peristaltic activity helps to eliminate toxin-creating waste matter. The pose helps one to move the shoulders further back. This expands the chest and helps in breathing freely and deeply.
