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Wheel Pose
Sanskrit:
Pronunciation:
Translation
Kemetic Name:
Other Names:
Urdhva Dhanurasana
OORD-vah don-your-AHS-uh-nuh
Urdhva = Upward, Dhanura = Bow, Asana = Pose
Upward Bow
Advanced
Heart, Crown
Backbend
Overview
This deep backbend activates the full front body, energizes the mind, and promotes upward vitality.
Lift chest, draw shoulder blades back, protect lower back.
Joyful expression, expansion, and higher awareness
Builds strength and opens entire front body. Energizing.
Energizes and opens entire front body, supports endocrine system.
Lift through the chest before leaning back. Protect lower spine.
Lie on back. Place hands by ears. Press up to lift chest and hips.
Use props such as bolsters or blocks to reduce compression.
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