Peacock Pose
Mayurasana · मयूरासन
Peacock Pose
Mayurasana · मयूरासन
Arm Balance
Level
Advanced
Body
Arm Balance
How to practice
Kneel and place your palms on the floor with fingers pointing toward your feet. Bend your elbows close together into your abdomen. Lean your chest forward, extend your legs behind you, and lift your feet as you find balance. Keep your body engaged and your breath smooth.
Benefits
Builds arm and trunk strength while practicing a horizontal balance supported by the hands and forearms.
Who should avoid or modify
- Learn with expert supervision. Avoid with wrist or elbow injury, hernia, recent abdominal surgery, or pregnancy; do not press through abdominal pain or force lotus legs.
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