Salabhasana

Locust Pose

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Locust Pose demonstrated on a yoga mat

How to do Locust Pose

  1. Lie on your belly with your legs extended and arms beside your body.
  2. Let your abdomen and pelvis stay supported by the mat.
  3. Reach both legs back and lift them a little without bending your knees.
  4. Lift your chest and head together, keeping the back of your neck long.
  5. Reach your arms toward your feet without bunching your shoulders toward your ears.
  6. Keep both legs parallel rather than spreading them wider as they lift.
  7. Look down at the mat so your chin does not lead the lift.
  8. Lower your chest, arms and legs with control.
  9. For another lift, reach your arms back as your chest and straight legs rise together.

Benefits

Locust brings attention to the strength in your back and glutes.

Further reading: Locust Pose

Variations

Keep your legs on the mat and take a smaller chest lift.