Wheel Pose
Urdhva Dhanurasana
Supine · Advanced
Wheel Pose is a full backbend that lifts the whole body off the floor. It takes strong arms and legs and open shoulders.
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What to Pay Attention To
- Warm up with Bridge Pose and shoulder openers before you press up.
- Press through your feet and hands evenly, and keep your knees parallel.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Letting the knees and feet splay out
- Pressing up without warming the shoulders and spine
- Holding the breath at the top
Practice Wheel Pose in a Flow
You can also generate a yoga flow around your own level, style, and goals.
Related Yoga Poses
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.