How Do You Assume The One Legged Wheel Pose In Yoga?
The one legged wheel pose, or Eka Pada Urdhva Dhanurasana, is a somewhat advanced backward extension, or backbend, in yoga. You will need a certain amount of strength and coordination to fully come into and out of the pose. As you stretch your chest and lungs while holding the posture, your wrists, arms, legs, abdominal and spine will improve and increase in both tone and strength. It is believed that daily practice of the one legged wheel pose will increase your energy and brighten your mood. Lie with your back on the floor and draw your heels towards your buttocks, bending your knees up and planning your feet on the mat. Reach your hands back, bending the elbows and placing your palms on the floor next to your ears. Make sure when you place your palms on the floor that your fingers point toward your shoulders. This movement should end up bring your forearms somewhat perpendicular with the ground. As you exhale, press your feet into the earth and lift your hips off the floor. Think of
