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Eight-Angle Pose
Sanskrit:
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Translation
Kemetic Name:
Other Names:
Astavakrasana
AHSH-tah-VAHK-rah-suh-nuh
Astavakra = Eight-Bent Sage, Asana = Pose
Astavakrasana
Advanced
Root, Solar Plexus
Arm Balance
Overview
This complex arm balance challenges coordination and strength, encouraging clear intention and breath control.
Engage core, grip the mat, align elbows over wrists.
Inner strength, focus, and empowerment
Strengthens the whole body, especially arms and core.
Engages inner fire and supports spinal fluidity and arm stability.
Encourage control, not force. Emphasize gaze and breath.
Hook leg over arm. Cross ankles. Shift forward. Extend legs to the side.
Use blocks for hand support or practice near a wall.
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