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An extremely advanced arm balance and hip opener building on Ekapada Sirsasana B, where the free leg is extended vertically upwards. It demands peak flexibility, immense upper body strength, and unwavering concentration.
From Ekapada Sirsasana B, extend the free leg vertically upwards.
Maintain strong arm and core engagement.
Keep your gaze steady, breath flowing.
Requires a highly stable Ekapada Sirsasana B with the foot securely behind the head.
Hands firmly planted, fingers spread wide, pressing evenly into the floor.
Hug the leg behind the head tightly against the upper arm/shoulder.
Engage the core deeply to lift the pelvis and extend the spine.
Keep the lifted leg straight and strong, reaching through the heel or ball of the foot.
Intensely strengthens the arms, wrists, shoulders, and deep core muscles.
Maintains the extreme hip opening of the leg behind the head.
Improves balance, coordination, and body awareness in an inverted state.
Cultivates profound focus, determination, and mental resilience.
Challenges perceived physical limits and builds courage.
Stand beside the student. Place one hand under the lifted heel or calf and gently assist in extending the leg vertically.
Ensure the student's core and arms are engaged; do not lift the leg if they are unstable.
Place hands on the student's hips and cue them to draw the navel toward the spine, stabilizing the pelvis for the vertical extension.
Avoid any forceful manipulation; ensure no pain in the hip, knee, or ankle.
Kick your leg up.
Extend the free leg with precision and control, allowing it to ascend gracefully toward the zenith.