Eye Of The Needle Pose
Sucirandhrasana
What is Eye Of The Needle Pose?
Eye of the needle pose, or sucirandhrasana in Sanskrit, is a gentle hip stretch that's very accessible for beginners. From a supine position, the yogi crosses the ankle over the opposite thigh. He/she then pulls the shin toward the chest to stretch the hip. It's often practiced as an alternative to pigeon pose.
Instructions
- Begin on your back.
- Bend your knees and place your feet on the ground.
- Inhale and cross your right ankle over your left thigh.
- Thread your right arm through your leg. Clasp your left shin with both hands.
- Exhale and gently pull your shin toward your chest.
- Breathe while holding the pose.
- On the next inhale, release the clasp and place your right foot on the ground.
- And again on the next inhale, cross your left ankle over your right thigh.
- Thread your left arm through your leg. Clasp your right shin with both hands.
- Exhale and gently pull your shin toward your chest.
- Breathe while holding the pose.
Benefits of Eye Of The Needle Pose
- Stretches the hips
- Calms the mind
- Opens the fourth (anahata) chakra
Eye Of The Needle Pose Details
|
Sanskrit Name: |
Sucirandhrasana |
Pronunciation: |
soo-cheer-ahn-DRAH-sah-nah |
Pose Level: |
Beginner |
Drishti: |
Nasagre (Tip of the nose) |
Pose Type: |
Binds, Hip Openers, Restorative |