King Pigeon Pose
Sanskrit Eka Pada Rajakapotasana
The full pose, which is suitable for intermediate students, will be described in the Full Pose section below. First we’ll practice the leg position only, which should be accessible to most experienced beginners. (aa-KAH pah-DAH rah-JAH-cop-poh-TAHS-anna)eka = one pada = foot or leg raja = king kapota = pigeon or dove
BenefitS
- Stimulates the abdominal organs
- Opens the shoulders and chest
- Stretches the thighs, groins and psoas, abdomen, chest and shoulders, and neck
Contraindications and Cautions
- Sacroiliac injury
- Ankle injury
- Knee injury
- Tight hips or thighs
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