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King Pigeon Pose
Sanskrit:
Pronunciation:
Translation
Kemetic Name:
Other Names:
Eka Pada Rajakapotasana II
eh-kah PAH-dah RAH-jah-kah-poh-TAHS-uh-nuh
Eka = One, Pada = Leg, Raja = King, Kapota = Pigeon, Asana = Pose
Advanced Pigeon Backbend
Advanced
Heart, Sacral
Advanced
Overview
A deeply expressive backbend that blends strength, vulnerability, and energetic elevation.
Warm up thoroughly, move mindfully with breath.
Radiance, devotion, and bold expression
Opens hips, heart, and shoulders with an intense backbend.
Expands heart space and hip flexors, tones spine and shoulders.
Stress safety, strength foundations, and progressive entry.
From pigeon pose, bend back leg. Reach arms up and back to hold foot. Lift chest and gaze forward.
Use props for support or practice with a teacher's guidance.
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