One-Legged Camel Pose

Ekapāda Uṣṭrāsana

One-Legged Camel Pose
⇄ both sides
CategoryBackbends TypeStretch LevelAdvanced Hold20 sec MusclesChest, Legs, Back BreathingEach inhale opens the chest

A variation of: Camel Pose

How to do it

  1. EnterIn Camel Pose, extend one leg back along the floor, resting your hands on the heel of your supporting leg.
  2. HoldPress your hips forward and lift your chest. The extended leg deepens the backbend and challenges your balance.
  3. ExitBring your knee back to the floor and come up.

Benefits

A harder Camel Pose variation, adding asymmetry and depth.

Cautions

  • Lower back problems
  • Knee injuries

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

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Where it appears

  • Deep Backbend 35 min · Advanced · voice-guided in the app subscription

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