β Common Mistakes: π¦Ά Floppy top foot, weak ankle β Top hand and arm unengaged π€ΈββοΈ Hand & foot too close β poor balance & alignment π No leg activation β hips collapse π» Result: Instability, lack of core strength, and risk of injury. β
Better with a Block: π¦Ά Foot flexed, toes spread, arch lifted πͺ Hand vibrant, arm active 𦡠Inner thigh hugs to bone, energy extends through heel π© Block creates space for optimal alignment β
On the Floor (No Props): β¨ Floating ribs lift, back supported π Outer spiral on standing leg βΏ Inner spiral top leg β
Natural lumbar curve (no back sway) π Reaching from heart through top hand β
Floating (Advanced): βοΈ Extend & draw energy through both legs β€οΈ Expand through chest and heart β‘οΈ Gaze toward thumb π§ββοΈ Long side body, full-body engagement π‘ Tip: Imagine energy shooting out through your limbs in all directions. Stay rooted yet light β this pose is all about balance, strength, and expansion.