King Pigeon Pose

Raja Kapotasana · राज कपोतासन

King Pigeon Pose

Raja Kapotasana · राज कपोतासन

Backbend

Level

Advanced

Body

Backbend

How to practice

Use supported Half Pigeon as preparation, or choose a reclined figure four if the front knee feels strained. Keep the chest upright and breathe easily.

Benefits

Combines a deep front-hip and thigh stretch with chest opening and shoulder mobility.

Who should avoid or modify

Learn the variation with an experienced teacher. Do not pull the rear foot toward the head through knee, shoulder, or lower-back pain; use a simpler supported version.

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King Pigeon Pose

Raja Kapotasana · राज कपोतासन

King Pigeon Pose

Raja Kapotasana · राज कपोतासन

Backbend

Level

Advanced

Body

Backbend

How to practice

Use supported Half Pigeon as preparation, or choose a reclined figure four if the front knee feels strained. Keep the chest upright and breathe easily.

Benefits

Combines a deep front-hip and thigh stretch with chest opening and shoulder mobility.

Who should avoid or modify

Learn the variation with an experienced teacher. Do not pull the rear foot toward the head through knee, shoulder, or lower-back pain; use a simpler supported version.