Shalabhasana
Functional Ashtanga

Shalabhasana

Locust
Hip Extension

Shalabhasana (Locust Pose)

Prone backbend lifting legs and chest, building back strength.

Key mobility requirements: hip extension, shoulder extension, knee extension

FRC Mobility Protocols

These videos target hip extension for Shalabhasana:

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

Other Movements in Shalabhasana

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Knee Extension Knee Extension in Shalabhasana
scapula-depression scapula-depression in Shalabhasana
Shoulder Extension Shoulder Extension in Shalabhasana
Shoulder Retraction Shoulder Retraction in Shalabhasana
Spine Extension Spine Extension in Shalabhasana
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