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Laghu Vajrasana

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Yoga Techniques & Fitness Yoga Techniques and Fitness

Overview

In this lesson, we introduce Laghu Vajrasana, a kneeling backbend that requires controlled spinal extension and pelvic engagement.

Objective

Become familiar with the vinyasa count and positioning for this intermediate backbend.

What You'll Get

You'll get a clear framework for entering and exiting Laghu Vajrasana with breath coordination. This lesson gives practitioners the scaffolding to practice the pose safely at home, and offers teachers and bodyworkers a reference for guiding students through the technical demands of this challenging kneeling arch.

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