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Crow | Kakasana
Crow strengthens the abs, arms, core and wrists. Crow differs from crane in that the arms are bent closer to a 90 degree angle while crane is in a straight or nearly straight arm position.
Sanskrit: Kakasana
Drishti: down and forward toward fingertips.
Counterpose: child's pose
Materials
- Yoga mat
- Yoga blocks (optional)
Tools
Instructions
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart, bend your knees and place your hands flat on the floor.
- Bend your elbows and brings your knees to the back of your upper arms. Get on your tippy toes and begin to transfer more weight to your hands.
- Slowly lift one leg at a time.
- Squeeze your feet and inner thighs together toward the middle and through the core.
- Hold for a few breaths and slowly release.
Notes
Modification: For a gentle variation, use a block under your feet for support and extra lift. You can also place a block under the forehead for more support.
Preparatory poses: butterfly, downward facing dog, chaturanga, hero
Follow-up poses: downward facing dog, chaturanga, child's pose