Pigeon Pose

Kapotasana · कपोतासन

Pigeon Pose

Kapotasana · कपोतासन

BackbendHip Opener

Level

Intermediate

Body

Backbend, Hip Opener

How to practice

Choose a comfortable, supported version of the pictured shape and keep your breathing easy. Use a gentle preparation if the full position strains your knees or back. Let the support carry your weight while your chest stays relaxed.

Benefits

In the kneeling Kapotasana backbend, stretches the front thighs, hips, and chest while challenging back and shoulder control.

Who should avoid or modify

This deep kneeling backbend needs an experienced teacher. Avoid with knee, neck, shoulder, or back injury; never drop backward or force the head toward the feet.

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Pigeon Pose

Kapotasana · कपोतासन

Pigeon Pose

Kapotasana · कपोतासन

BackbendHip Opener

Level

Intermediate

Body

Backbend, Hip Opener

How to practice

Benefits

In the kneeling Kapotasana backbend, stretches the front thighs, hips, and chest while challenging back and shoulder control.

Who should avoid or modify

This deep kneeling backbend needs an experienced teacher. Avoid with knee, neck, shoulder, or back injury; never drop backward or force the head toward the feet.