Crow Pose

Execution Guide

  1. Start in a deep squat with hands flat on the floor, shoulder-width apart.
  2. Place your knees on the backs of your upper arms.
  3. Lean forward, shifting your weight into your hands.
  4. Slowly lift one foot, then the other off the floor.
  5. Hold the balance with your core engaged.

Range of Motion

Squatting to balancing on the hands with feet off the floor.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ×Placing hands too far apart
  • ×Not engaging the core
  • ×Fear of falling forward (place a pillow in front for safety)

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval24-48 hours

Goal

Build upper body and core strength with an advanced arm balance

Difficulty

Advanced

Burn (10m)

25-40

Equipment

Exercise Mat

Anatomy

Primary
CoreShouldersChest
Secondary
Wrist FlexorsTricepsHip Flexors