Kapotasana
Functional Ashtanga

Kapotasana

Pigeon
Knee Flexion

Kapotasana (Pigeon Pose (Backbend))

Extreme backbend from kneeling, reaching back to hold the feet.

Key mobility focus: knee flexion

FRC Mobility Protocols

These videos target knee flexion for Kapotasana:

  1. Knee Flexion Hovers
  2. Knee Flexion Lift Offs
  3. Knee Flexion PAILS & RAILS
  4. Knee Flexion Passive Range Hold
  5. Knee Flexion PNF

Other Movements in Kapotasana

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Ankle Plantarflexion Ankle Plantarflexion in Kapotasana
Hip Extension Hip Extension in Kapotasana
scapula-depression scapula-depression in Kapotasana
Shoulder External Rotation Shoulder External Rotation in Kapotasana
Shoulder Flexion Shoulder Flexion in Kapotasana
scapula-retraction scapula-retraction in Kapotasana
Spine Extension Spine Extension in Kapotasana
Kapotasana Study Guide →