Spend time getting to know the full-body posture that’s crucial to any Vinyasa flow.
Even though you’ve likely seen myriad yoga instructors demonstrate Chaturanga, it pays to study it more in-depth.
Then flow through it on your own using the directions below.
Stocksy.
Palms should be slightly wider than shoulder-width apart with fingers spread wide.
B.Inhale, shifting forward onto tips of toes.
Draw front ribs in and tip hips up toengage core.
C.Bend elbows toward 90 degrees to lower toward the floor.
Elbows point straight back and chest and hips lower at the same time.
D.Exhale as palms press into the mat, lifting chest, hovering hips, and straightening arms.
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Chaturanga Variations
Remember, your yoga practice is just that yours.
“There are so many reasons to modify a vinyasa,” emphasizes Willis.
Then, flow from there."
Try these modifications and progressions to start.
you might also take Chaturanga on your knees, as Willis demonstrates below.
Progression: Double Chaturanga Variation
Mastered the pose already?
Also, confirm to turn the inner crease of elbows forward and point elbows back.
Engage your quads and draw your inner thighs together to activate the leg muscles and make the movement full-body.
Finally, be cautious of your lower back sagging as your move from high plank to low plank.
“Chaturanga Dandasana requires a lot of upper body work, so be patient with yourself!”
