Both Big Toes Pose

Ubhaya Pādāṅguṣṭhāsana

Both Big Toes Pose
CategoryCore TypeStrength LevelIntermediate Hold30 sec MusclesCore, Legs, Back BreathingEven breathing, gaze on your feet

How to do it

  1. EnterSitting, bend your knees and hold your big toes. Lean back onto your sit bones and slowly straighten your legs up as you balance.
  2. HoldBack straight, chest open, arms and legs forming a V shape. Your core holds the balance, not your lower back. Gaze at your toes.
  3. ExitBend your knees and gently lower your feet to the floor.

Benefits

A balance on your sit bones: core, flexibility, and focus together.

Cautions

  • Lumbar disc herniation
  • Hamstring injuries — you can bend your knees

This site is for general information and is not medical advice. If you have pain, an injury, a chronic condition, or are pregnant, check with a qualified professional before practicing.

Counterpose

Supine Twist Supine Twist Beginner

Where it appears

  • Inversion Prep 25 min · Advanced · voice-guided in the app subscription

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