Kakasana | Crow Pose

Benefits

• Strengthens arms and wrists
• Stretches the upper back
• Strengthens the abdominal muscles
• Opens the groins
• Tones the abdominal organs

Modifications and Props

• For wrist pain/ sensitivity, spread the fingers on the floor, curling them slightly to take some of the pressure off the wrists.
• Can also be practiced on blocks for more lift.

Preparatory Poses

• Adho Mukha Svanasana
• Baddha Konasana
• Balasana
• Plank Pose
• Virasana

Contraindications and Cautions

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Pregnancy

Deepen

• Extend the arms