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Kapotasana - Pigeon Yoga Pose |
Kapotasana
Kapotasana comes from the Sanskrit words kapota means pigeon and asana means posture. Kapotasana is an asana that helps to open up the chest and also strengthens the back and groin. It opens and increases the flexibility of the hips, at the same time strengthening the back, and stretching the thighs and the groin. Kapotasana is an asana that is also known as Pigeon Pose
shoulders, and head stacked directly above your knees.

back as far as you can without pushing your hips forward.

When your chest is maximally lifted, gradually release your head back.

together in front of your sternum in Anjali Mudra.

torso and head.

front groins as much as possible.

your shins and forearms against the floor; as you do, lengthen your tailbone toward the
knees and lift your top sternum in the opposite direction.

softening the belly with each exhale.
Benefits of Kapotasana

and throat




Although you should always consult your physician and research a properly trained yoga instructor before starting a yoga practice, there are a few instances where you should avoid this pose entirely:



Have fun exploring this pose and learning about your body
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