Embryo (hold)

Pindasana

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From Upward lotus in shoulder stand, the lotus is drawn further down toward the chest and head and the arms wrap around the folded legs, hands clasping, balancing on the shoulders in a tight ball.

How to do it

1. From Upward lotus, exhale and flex the hips fully so the lotus comes down toward the chest/forehead.
2. Wrap the arms around the outside of the thighs and clasp the hands (or one wrist) behind the legs.
3. Balance on the shoulders and back of the head, spine rounded; gaze to the nose. Hold.

Muscles worked

Supporting: lower back, traps