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Peacock Pose
Mayurasana
Balance the body nearly horizontally on bent elbows placed against the abdomen.
Mayura means peacock.
This advanced balance presses the elbows into the abdomen. Breath-holding and kicking-up instructions are not provided.
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
Prepare wrist weight-bearing and prone torso support with a teacher.
Understanding the movement
This balance turns the fingers toward the feet and supports the abdomen on bent elbows.
Hold and breathe
Increase wrist and abdominal pressure gradually rather than suddenly. Keep breathing comfortably without holding your breath.
Exit and next movement
Learn a controlled return of the head and feet to the floor with a teacher.
Easier variations and preparation
Practice supported preparation with the feet down under guidance.
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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