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Locust Pose
Salabhasana

A prone strength pose that activates the back body and opens the chest.

Instructional illustration of Locust Pose
LevelIntermediate
Pose typeBackbend
Primary focusBack, Glutes

How to practice Locust Pose

  1. Lie on your belly with arms alongside the body.
  2. Press the pelvis and tops of the feet down.
  3. Lift the chest, arms and legs to a comfortable height.
  4. Lengthen in both directions before lowering slowly.

Practice tips

  • Lift only the chest or legs at first.
  • Keep the back of the neck long.
Practice note: Avoid forcing height or holding the breath.
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