Side-Lying Double Leg Lift

Mukta Dvipāda Anantāsana

Side-Lying Double Leg Lift
⇄ both sides
CategoryCore TypeStrength LevelIntermediate Hold20 sec MusclesCore, Legs, Back BreathingEven breathing, belly drawn in

A variation of: Vishnu's Couch Pose

How to do it

  1. EnterLie on your side in one straight line, with your lower arm extended under your head. Inhale and lift both straight legs off the floor.
  2. HoldKeep your legs together and straight, reaching back through your heels. Your body stays in one plane as your side body works.
  3. ExitExhale, lower your legs, and switch sides.

Benefits

Strengthens the obliques and the side body.

Cautions

  • Lower back and shoulder injuries
  • Pregnancy

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

Knees-to-Chest Pose Knees-to-Chest Pose Beginner

Where it appears

  • Power Wave 12 min · Intermediate · voice-guided in the app subscription

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