Rooster Pose
Kukkutasana · कुक्कुटासन
Rooster Pose
Kukkutasana · कुक्कुटासन
Arm Balance
Level
Advanced
Body
Arm Balance
How to practice
Press down to lift the chest, keeping your seat supported and your knees comfortable.
Benefits
Builds arm and shoulder pressing strength, with the abdomen helping lift the seated body from the floor.
Who should avoid or modify
- Use blocks for the hands if helpful and lift only slightly. Avoid with wrist or shoulder injury; do not force lotus or push the arms through tightly folded legs.
Recommended next
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Flows with this pose
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Build a flow with this pose
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