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Little Thunderbolt
Laghu Vajrasana
From upright kneeling, hold near the calves and lower the torso into a deep backbend.
Laghu means small or light; vajra means thunderbolt or diamond.
This entry explains preparation and movement characteristics. It does not provide a complete practice procedure for the advanced photographed variation. Learn entry and exit directly with a teacher.
Movement guidance
Preparation
First establish a controllable backbend range in Camel.
Understanding the movement
This deep kneeling backbend moves the torso backward while holding the lower legs.
Hold and breathe
Do not lever through the knees or neck to pull the torso upright. Keep breathing comfortably without holding your breath.
Exit and next movement
Learn how to return the torso and release support directly with a teacher.
Easier variations and preparation
Check the basic form and preparations with a teacher; do not force binds, inversions, or deep backbends.
This advanced variation requires support and range of motion. Check preparation and exit with a teacher when first learning.
Difficulty refers to the photographed form. Individual experience may differ.
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