Supta Konasana (Reclining Angle)

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Reclining Angle

Supta Konasana

Balance on the shoulders with the pelvis lifted, legs wide, and big toes held.

Supta means reclining; kona means angle.

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

  1. Preparation

    Learn shoulder support and a controlled return in Plow first.

  2. Understanding the movement

    This inversion lifts the pelvis and opens the legs wide while holding the big toes.

  3. Hold and breathe

    Maintain shoulder support without turning the head. Keep breathing comfortably without holding your breath.

  4. Exit and next movement

    Learn controlled lowering of the legs and pelvis with a teacher.

Easier variations and preparation

Check the basic form and preparations with a teacher; do not force binds, inversions, or deep backbends.

Difficulty refers to the photographed form. Individual experience may differ.

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