Exploring the Classic Back Arching asana: Urdhva Dhanurasana

Backward extensions are regarded as an ‘advanced’ category of asanas – requiring suppleness and strength in the muscles of the back, and good integration of the arms and the legs with the trunk.  After preparing through simpler supported back arches, this session focusses on various ways of attempting urdhva dhanurasana.

Level: Intermediate

Duration: 75 mins.

Props used: A sturdy chair, couple of blocks, one or two blankets