3 Leg Chatarunga Pose Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Core
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Stretching
- Primary Muscle
- Core
- Secondary Muscles
- Shoulders, Hips
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Three-legged Chaturanga Pose
How to: 3 Leg Chatarunga Pose
- Start in a standard Chaturanga pose with elbows bent.
- Lift one leg towards the ceiling, keeping it straight.
- Engage your core and ensure your body is in a straight line.
- Hold the pose, maintaining your balance, and breathe steadily.
- Lower the leg and return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips sag towards the ground.
- Not engaging the core properly.
- Compromising shoulder alignment.
Modifications
- Lower your knee to the ground for additional support.
- Use a wall for balance if necessary.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the pose.
- Focus on maintaining balance on the supporting leg.
- Breathe deeply and evenly while holding the pose.
Tags
yoga
stretching
balance
core
flexibility
intermediate