Forward Extensions: the Role of Hand Binds

While it can take significant amount of skill and practice to be able to go towards the ‘final position’ of seated forward extensions (such as paschimottanasana), these positions are associated with a feeling of quiet and relaxation.   What role do the hand-binds have in such positions? This session is not strictly about getting the ‘technique’ of thee forward extensions with the hand-bindings, but more an exploration of their role in changing the quality of the forward extension itself.