pigeon pose

pigeon pose

PIGEON POSE

CATEGORY - Gentle backbend

LEVEL - 1/2

CORE QUALITIES - Peaceful heart. Tranquility (with head down), Receptivity

MODIFICATIONS -

  1. If the hip of the front leg is off the ground place a blanket or block under for support.

FIGURE 4

FIGURE 4

FIGURE 4

CATEGORY - Hip Openers

LEVEL - Beginner

CORE QUALITIES - Open hearted, Deep release and surrender

MODIFICATIONS -

  1. Practice in a chair for added comfort and ease getting in and out.

  2. Practice with the top foot on a wall or chair so hands and shoulders can be relaxed.