Flying Pigeon Pose

Ekapada Galavasana · एकपाद गालवासन

Flying Pigeon Pose

Ekapada Galavasana · एकपाद गालवासन

Arm Balance

Level

Advanced

Body

Arm Balance

How to practice

Sit back slightly and keep the crossed knee comfortable as you breathe into the hip.

Benefits

Challenges arm strength, trunk stability, and hip control while balancing with one leg extended behind.

Who should avoid or modify

Learn with a teacher after a comfortable figure-four position and basic arm balances. Avoid with wrist, shoulder, or knee pain; never force the crossed shin into place.

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Flying Pigeon Pose

Ekapada Galavasana · एकपाद गालवासन

Flying Pigeon Pose

Ekapada Galavasana · एकपाद गालवासन

Arm Balance

Level

Advanced

Body

Arm Balance

How to practice

Sit back slightly and keep the crossed knee comfortable as you breathe into the hip.

Benefits

Challenges arm strength, trunk stability, and hip control while balancing with one leg extended behind.

Who should avoid or modify

Learn with a teacher after a comfortable figure-four position and basic arm balances. Avoid with wrist, shoulder, or knee pain; never force the crossed shin into place.