Flying Lizard Pose
Utthan Pristhasana
What is Flying Lizard Pose?
Flying lizard pose is a variation of lizard pose, or utthan pristhasana. In this arm balance, the front leg is wrapped around the arm while the back leg is lifted from the ground.
Instructions
- Begin in downward-facing dog pose. Step your right foot forward with an exhale, then move your right arm behind your leg. Place your palm on the floor outside of your right foot.
- Inhale and lift the back foot off the floor.
- Find your balance, shift forward, and lift your right foot off the floor with an exhale.
- Breathe while in the pose.
Cautions
- Avoid if you have a wrist injury.
Benefits of Flying Lizard Pose
- Increases body awareness
- Improves balance
- Opens the hips
- Strengthens the core
Flying Lizard Pose Details
- Sanskrit Name
- Utthan Pristhasana
- Pronunciation
- oo-tahn prish-TAH-sah-nah
- Pose Level
- Advanced
- Drishti
- Nasagre (Tip of the nose)
- Pose Type
- Arm Balances, Balancing, Binds, Core, Hip Openers
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