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Cow Face Pose
Gomukhasana

A seated pose pairing stacked legs with a deep shoulder position.

Instructional illustration of Cow Face Pose
LevelIntermediate
Pose typeSeated
Primary focusShoulders, Hips

How to practice Cow Face Pose

  1. Stack one knee over the other while grounding both sitting bones.
  2. Reach one arm overhead and bend the elbow.
  3. Bring the other arm behind the back.
  4. Hold hands or a strap and keep the chest lifted.

Practice tips

  • Sit on a blanket.
  • Use a strap between the hands.
Practice note: Choose an easier arm position for shoulder discomfort.
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