Janu Sirsasana C
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Yoga Techniques and Fitness
Overview
In this lesson, we present Janu Sirsasana C, the most demanding variation of the series, requiring significant ankle and hip flexibility.
Objective
Become familiar with the advanced hip and ankle actions that deepen the asymmetric forward fold and challenge the foundation of the pose.
What You'll Get
What You'll Get: This is the edge of the series. The bent leg demands extreme external rotation and ankle dorsiflexion, which means most people won't access it without consistent practice. For personal work, it teaches patience and reveals where your body resists. For teachers and therapists, it's a litmus test for hip and ankle range of motion—useful for assessing readiness for more advanced postures. You'll also learn how instability in the foundation (the bent leg) forces compensation patterns up the chain into the spine and shoulders.
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