BeginnerSanskrit: Utkata Konasana
Goddess Pose
A powerful squat that opens the hips and builds leg strength.
Benefits
Opens hips
Strengthens legs
Builds stamina
Opens chest
Contraindications
Avoid or modify this pose if you have any of the following conditions:
- Knee or hip injury
- Menstruation (modify)
How to Practice
Enter the pose mindfully, paying attention to your breath. Hold for 5-10 breaths, or as long as comfortable. Never force the pose and back off if you feel sharp pain.
Use props as needed to modify the pose for your body. Remember that yoga is a practice of self-awareness, not self-judgment.
