Crow Pose
Crow Pose, or Bakasana, is a foundational arm balance in yoga that requires strength, balance, and focus. It involves balancing your body weight on your hands while your knees rest on your upper arms, creating a compact and dynamic posture resembling a crow.
Key Points:
- Alignment:
- Hands shoulder-width apart, fingers spread wide for stability.
- Knees placed high on the triceps or just outside the arms for balance.
- Gaze forward to maintain focus and avoid tipping over.
- Engagement:
- Activate the core to lift and stabilize the body.
- Press firmly into the hands to engage the shoulders and arms.
- Keep the back rounded slightly to maintain a compact shape.
- Balance:
- Shift your weight forward gradually, keeping the elbows bent like a chaturanga.
- Lift one foot at a time, or both, keeping the toes pointed or crossed.
- Breath:
- Use steady and deep breathing to stay calm and focused during the pose.