Fallen Angel Pose
Devadūta Pannāsana / Patita Tārāsana
Works on Shoulders · Triceps · Core
How to do it
- Start in a squat with the hands on the floor and the feet wide.
- Place one thigh on the back of the upper arm and balance on the hands.
- Extend the other leg back and lift the head and chest; hold, then release and switch sides.
To come out, lower the extended leg, bring the feet down and rest in a squat.
Common mistakes
- Don’t collapse the shoulders.
- Don’t force the pose with cold wrists.
- Don’t hold your breath.
Benefits
- Builds arm and core strength.
- Opens the hips.
- Develops balance and courage.
Make it easier or different
- Easier: rest the extended foot on the floor.
- Support: place a pillow in front of the face.
- Start with Side Crow before moving here.
Take care: Skip with wrist, shoulder or neck injuries, and warm the wrists first.
What next
Not medical advice. Ease off if anything feels sharp or wrong.
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