Supta Vajrasana
Functional Ashtanga

Supta Vajrasana

Reclined Thunderbolt
Hip Extension

Supta Vajrasana (Reclining Thunderbolt Pose)

Reclining hero pose, deeply stretching the quadriceps.

Key mobility requirements: hip extension, knee flexion, ankle plantarflexion

FRC Mobility Protocols

These videos target hip extension for Supta Vajrasana:

  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 Supta Vajrasana

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Ankle Plantarflexion Ankle Plantarflexion in Supta Vajrasana
Knee Flexion Knee Flexion in Supta Vajrasana
Shoulder Extension Shoulder Extension in Supta Vajrasana
Spine Extension Spine Extension in Supta Vajrasana
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