DESCRIPTION
Learn how to do Eka Pada Koundinyasana I Pose. This video tutorial will teach you the proper alignment and technique to help you safely move into Eka Pada Koundinyasana I Pose.
Eka Pada Koundinyasana I is an asymmetrical twisted arm balance, similar to Side Crow Pose. It is a challenging posture that builds muscle while also massaging internal organs through twisting movements.
Benefits of Eka Pada Koundinyasana I Pose:
- Strengthens your upper body and your spine
- Tones abdominal muscles
- Improves balance
How to do Eka Pada Koundinyasana I Pose:
1. Start in a modified chair pose. Bend your knees and sink your hips down.
2. Twist your body over to the right, lift your heels, and squat down onto your heels.
3. Bring both hands down to the mat.
4. Hug your left tricep into the outer edge of your right leg. Wrap your triceps back toward your feet.
5. Create a shelf by leaning forward and bending your arms. Bring your weight into your fingertips.
6. Lift both feet off the ground and bring your heels in toward your glutes.
7. Extend your top leg straight back behind you and reach the bottom leg over to the side.
8. Lift your chest up and bring your gaze forward or slightly down.