Upward Tortoise Pose
Urdhva Kurmasana · ऊर्ध्व कूर्मासन
Upward Tortoise Pose
Urdhva Kurmasana · ऊर्ध्व कूर्मासन
SeatedForward Bend
Level
Advanced
Body
Seated, Forward Bend
How to practice
Use only the version of this shape you already know, keeping your knees and neck comfortable. Choose a supported seated preparation with your knees bent and feet resting down. Lift your chest gently and let your shoulders soften.
Benefits
Challenges seated balance and coordination while holding a compact, deeply folded hip position.
Who should avoid or modify
- Treat this as an advanced variation requiring a teacher. Do not force the legs or arms into a bind, roll onto the neck, or continue through knee, hip, or back pain.
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