Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) — Overview — for Yoga Teachers, Yoga Therapists, Health & Wellness Coaches, Holistic Healthcare Providers
About this Asana Digest
Poses
Dhanurasana (Bow Pose), and related poses such as Ardha Dhanurasana (Half Bow Pose) and Parsva Dhanurasana (Side Bow Pose)
Objective
Become knowledgeable about the pose and review detailed teaching considerations.
Description
Explain the Sanskrit naming; contraindications and cautions; associated benefits and typical effects; instructions and cues for setting up and practicing the pose; variations to meet particular intentions and needs; and more teaching considerations.
Prerequisite Knowledge
Asana Digests focus in on teaching specific poses. Please be aware of the groundwork and teaching support here: Asana Category – Backbending.
Dhanurasana
don–yur–AHS–anna
“dhanu” = bow
Bow Pose
In Bikram Hot Yoga, called Floor Bow Pose
Heart of the Pose
- Backbend
- Chest Opener
Notes
- Back strengthener
- Considered a relatively intense stretch of front body and spine
- Salabhasana (Locust Pose) & Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) are often used as preparation
- Known for countering rounded shoulders
- See Cautions regarding low back, knees & neck
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