Supta Konasana
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Yoga Techniques and Fitness
Overview
In this lesson, we introduce Supta Konasana, a supine inversion that combines the wide-legged stretch with a roll-up to balance on the sitting bones.
Objective
Gain understanding of how to coordinate the legs, core, and breath to roll up and hold the balance while maintaining the stretch.
What You'll Get
What You'll Get: This pose adds a dynamic element to the wide-legged stretch. You'll learn to use momentum and core strength to roll up from lying down, then hold the balance while the legs stay wide. The challenge is maintaining the stretch while stabilizing the body. For personal practice, it builds core strength and hip flexibility simultaneously. For teachers and therapists, it's a way to assess coordination and proprioception. You'll see who has the control to move smoothly through the transition and who collapses or relies on momentum alone.
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