Reclining Pigeon Pose

Supta Kapotasana · सुप्त कपोतासन

Reclining Pigeon Pose

Supta Kapotasana · सुप्त कपोतासन

SupineHip Opener

Level

Beginner

Body

Supine, Hip Opener

How to practice

Rest on your back and cross one ankle over the opposite thigh. Keep the supporting foot on the floor. Let the crossed knee open naturally, with no need to push it away.

Benefits

Gently stretches the outer hip and buttock while the back rests on the floor.

Who should avoid or modify

Keep the crossed foot active and hold behind the thigh rather than pulling on the knee. Ease off with knee pain; use a seated alternative if lying flat is uncomfortable.

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Reclining Pigeon Pose

Supta Kapotasana · सुप्त कपोतासन

Reclining Pigeon Pose

Supta Kapotasana · सुप्त कपोतासन

SupineHip Opener

Level

Beginner

Body

Supine, Hip Opener

How to practice

Rest on your back and cross one ankle over the opposite thigh. Keep the supporting foot on the floor. Let the crossed knee open naturally, with no need to push it away.

Benefits

Gently stretches the outer hip and buttock while the back rests on the floor.

Who should avoid or modify

Keep the crossed foot active and hold behind the thigh rather than pulling on the knee. Ease off with knee pain; use a seated alternative if lying flat is uncomfortable.