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.

Scorpion Pose

Vrschikasana

(vrik-SHAH-sa-na)

*For Advanced Yogis*

• Consider using a wall or partner when first attemping this pose.
• Inhale, place the forearms and palms flat on the floor and bend the elbows, 90 degrees to the forearms.
• Exhale, and come to a Downward Facing Dog with the legs and walk the feet in toward the hands as much as possible.
• Inhale, bend one knee and begin to kick up with the opposite leg, keeping head off the floor and gaze focused down at the floor for balance.
• Exhale and straighted both legs.
• Inhale, bend the knees and look forward slightly.
• Hold pose 3 to 7 breaths or as long as comfortable.

Congratulations on learning “Scorpion Pose, Yoga Vrschikasana Pose”.