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Twisted Root Pose

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Supta Gomukhasana

SOOP-tah go-moo-KAHS-uh-nuh

Supta = Reclined, Go = Cow, Mukha = Face, Asana = Pose

Reclined Eagle Legs

Beginner

Root, Sacral

Seated Twist

Overview

A reclining pose that grounds the body while gently twisting, creating a sense of calm and stability.

Lengthen spine before rotation, keep hips grounded.

Grounding, emotional balance, and softening

Releases deep tension in the spine and outer hips.

Relieves lower back tension, stimulates digestion, and grounds the nervous system.

Encourage length on inhale and twist on exhale; ground both sit bones.

Lie on back. Cross legs like eagle pose. Drop knees to one side. Extend arms wide and breathe.

Use a block or blanket under hips; reduce depth of twist or use strap.

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