SOOP-tah OORD-vah-pah-dah vahj-RAHS-ah-nah B
The most advanced variation of Supta Urdhvapada Vajrasana, where the arms are also bound (clasped hands to opposite elbows/shoulders) behind the back of the head. It intensely deepens the backbend and shoulder opening, demanding supreme flexibility and surrender.
From Supta Urdhvapada Vajrasana A, interlace hands to elbows/shoulders behind head.
Deepen the backbend, allowing the body to surrender.
Maintain smooth, deep breathing.
Requires exceptional flexibility in quadriceps, hips, ankles, and shoulders.
Ensure a pain-free previous variation of the pose is established first.
Keep the knees drawing toward each other, avoiding excessive splaying.
Allow the spine to release into the backbend, ensuring the crown of the head rests gently.
Shoulders remain relaxed and open, arms bound comfortably.