Be certain of your physical abilities and limitations before attempting any yoga pose, and seek clearance from your physician if you are uncertain. Always respect your body and know your limits.

Shooting Bow Pose

Akarm Dhanurasan Pose

Inhale, and begin seated with legs extended.

Exhale, fold reaching to to firmly hold each big toe with its respective index finger.

Inhale, rising up with torso and keeping one leg on floor, pulling other up until big toe is next to respective ear, and straighten spine.

Exhale, folding and repeat on opposite side.

Hold pose 3 to 7 breaths or as long as comfortable.

Congratulations on learning Shooting Bow Pose / Akarm Dhanurasan.