Chaturanga

Instructions

  • From plank, on an exhale, bend the elbows to 90-degree angles, keeping the elbows close to the ribs. 

  • Lower yourself to the floor.

  • Take five breaths.

Modifications

  • Bring knees to floor.

Contraindications

  • Wrist, elbow, and shoulder issues

Type of pose

  • Core

Parts of Body Benefited

  • Wrists

  • Arms

  • Abdominal muscles

  • Lower back

Other poses that cultivate:

Expansion

Focus

Strength

Other strategies from:

Hatha Yoga

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