Take care with: wrists, neck, elbows
If you have trouble with your wrists or neck or elbows, check with a doctor or physio first. In the app we automatically swap this exercise for a gentler one when you report it.
Crow pose
How to
- 1
Squat down with your feet close together, place your palms on the floor shoulder-width apart and spread your fingers.
- 2
Bend your elbows back and rest your knees as high up on the backs of your upper arms as you can.
- 3
Look forward at the floor, not down between your hands, and shift your weight forward into your palms.
- 4
Lift one foot, then the other, drawing your belly up.
- 5
Breathe steadily and come down with control.
Tips
Put a cushion in front of you so you don't have to worry about falling.
Easier version: stand on a block or book and lift only one foot at a time.
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