Crow Pose

Bakasana

Balance ยท Advanced

Crow Pose is a foundational arm balance with the knees resting on the upper arms. It builds arm and core strength and confidence.

Crow Pose (Bakasana) yoga illustration

AI-generated illustration. It may not be anatomically precise.

What to Pay Attention To

  • Spread your fingers wide and shift your weight forward into your hands.
  • Look slightly forward, and lift one foot at a time.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Looking straight down at the floor
  • Letting the elbows splay out
  • Jumping into the pose rather than shifting the weight

Practice Crow Pose in a Flow

You can also generate a yoga flow around your own level, style, and goals.

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This guide is general information, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain, and check with a healthcare professional if you have an injury, a health condition, or are pregnant.