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Staff Pose

English Name: Staff Pose

Sanskrit Name: Dandasana

Level: All Levels

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.

Staff Pose

Dandasana Pose

Inhale, beginning in plank or high plank pose, extending spine through crown of head and pressing out through heels.

Exhale, drawing in naval to firm core, and lowering chest while bending elbows.

Inhale, stopping as length of body parallels floor, keeping elbows close to rib cage.

Hold pose 3 – 7 breathes or as long as comfortable.

Pose is usually preceded by high plank and followed by “Urdva Mukha Svanasana Pose, Upward Facing Dog” pose.

Congratulations on learning “Chaturanga Dandasana Pose, Four Limbed Staff Pose, Yoga Low Plank Pose”.

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