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Plank Pose
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Phalakasana
pah-lah-KAHS-uh-nuh
Phalaka = Plank, Asana = Pose
High Plank
Beginner
Solar Plexus
Core/Strength
Overview
This pose strengthens the full body and challenges focus through still strength.
Stack joints, firm abdominals, long line of energy.
Willpower, strength, and resilience
Builds total-body strength and prepares for arm balances.
Stabilizes spine and builds diaphragmatic strength through steady breath.
Focus on alignment, shoulder stacking, and engaging the bandhas.
Align shoulders over wrists. Engage core. Form one long line from head to heels.
Drop knees or take breaks between rounds.
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