Crane Pose Bakasana Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Core
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Yoga
- Primary Muscle
- Core
- Secondary Muscles
- Shoulders, Triceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- advanced
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Bakasana
How to: Crane Pose Bakasana
- Start in a squat position with your feet flat on the ground.
- Place your hands shoulder-width apart on the floor, fingers spread wide.
- Shift your weight forward onto your hands, lifting your feet off the ground.
- Engage your core and keep your gaze forward.
- Hold the pose, breathing steadily.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core properly.
- Hunching the shoulders instead of keeping them back.
- Leaning too far forward or back.
Modifications
- Use a block under your feet for additional support.
- Practice with your feet on the ground until you gain balance.
Tips
- Engage your core tightly to maintain balance.
- Start with your feet flat on the ground and gradually lift your feet.
- Focus on a fixed point in front to help with balance.
Crane Pose Bakasana Alternatives
Tags
yoga
balance
stretching
core
advanced
upper body