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Akarna Dhanurasana

Shooting Bow Pose

Shooting Bow Pose
advancedSeated

Muscle Groups

HamstringsHip flexorsBicepsShouldersCore

A seated pose that mimics drawing a bow, where one foot is pulled toward the ear while the other is held extended.

Alignment Cues

  • 1.Sit with both legs extended
  • 2.Hold the big toes with the hands
  • 3.Pull one foot toward the ear like drawing a bow
  • 4.Keep the other leg extended and active
  • 5.Sit tall with the spine long

Benefits

  • +Opens the hips
  • +Stretches the hamstrings
  • +Strengthens the arms
  • +Improves focus and concentration

Muscle Groups

HamstringsHip flexorsBicepsShouldersCore

Contraindications

  • Hamstring injury
  • Hip injury
  • Shoulder injury