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Mayurasana

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Yoga Techniques and Fitness

Overview

In this lesson, we introduce Mayurasana (Peacock Pose), a challenging arm balance that requires core strength and precise hand positioning.

Objective

Become familiar with the vinyasa count, hand and wrist placement, and breath coordination for this pose.

What You'll Get

You'll walk away with the technical structure to practice Peacock Pose safely, including the proper setup for hand and wrist alignment. Practitioners learn how to approach this demanding arm balance. Teachers and trainers gain a clear reference for guiding students through the mechanics of balancing on the hands with elbows bent.

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