Utkatasana
Functional Ashtanga

Utkatasana

Chair
Spine Extension

Utkatasana (Chair Pose / Fierce Pose)

Deep squat position that builds leg strength and challenges ankle mobility.

Key mobility focus: spine extension

FRC Mobility Protocols

These videos target spine extension for Utkatasana:

  1. Spine Extension Passive Stretch
  2. Spine Extension PAILS & RAILS
  3. Spine Extension PNF
  4. Spine Extension Axials
  5. Spine Extension Passive Range Hold
  6. Spine Extension Hovers
  7. Spine Extension Lift Offs

Other Movements in Utkatasana

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Ankle Dorsiflexion Ankle Dorsiflexion in Utkatasana
cervical-extension cervical-extension in Utkatasana
Elbow Extension Elbow Extension in Utkatasana
Elbow Pronation Elbow Pronation in Utkatasana
Hip Adduction Hip Adduction in Utkatasana
Hip Flexion Hip Flexion in Utkatasana
Knee Flexion Knee Flexion in Utkatasana
Shoulder External Rotation Shoulder External Rotation in Utkatasana
Shoulder Flexion Shoulder Flexion in Utkatasana
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