Reclining Thunderbolt Pose

Supta Vajrasana · सुप्त वज्रासन

Reclining Thunderbolt Pose

Supta Vajrasana · सुप्त वज्रासन

SupineBackbend

Level

Intermediate

Body

Supine, Backbend

How to practice

If the knees or ankles feel strained, choose a comfortable cross-legged seat.

Benefits

Deepens the stretch through the front thighs, ankles, and front hips in a reclining kneeling position.

Who should avoid or modify

Recline onto a high bolster only if the knees remain comfortable. Never force the back to the floor; avoid with knee injury or pinching in the lower back.

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Reclining Thunderbolt Pose

Supta Vajrasana · सुप्त वज्रासन

Reclining Thunderbolt Pose

Supta Vajrasana · सुप्त वज्रासन

SupineBackbend

Level

Intermediate

Body

Supine, Backbend

How to practice

If the knees or ankles feel strained, choose a comfortable cross-legged seat.

Benefits

Deepens the stretch through the front thighs, ankles, and front hips in a reclining kneeling position.

Who should avoid or modify

Recline onto a high bolster only if the knees remain comfortable. Never force the back to the floor; avoid with knee injury or pinching in the lower back.