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5 Pull against your raised foot and spread your elb

sides of your body and keep your trunk upright. S

bone, exhale, move your head and torso forward

stretch your left leg up and draw it back. Keep yo

move your thighbone toward the back of your leg

forehead on your left shin. Relax your eyes and so

Release any tension in your neck and throat. Whe

senses, this pose can bring you to a state of deep

inner awareness. Hold for 20–30 seconds, release

Stay safe

Your body speaks to you constantly. Although it is always important to be

alert to what it says, pay exquisite attention when moving in ways that

test your limits. Your knees and back can be particularly vulnerable in

Krounchasana. To protect your back, continuously lengthen your spine

upward. To protect your knees, set your pride and ambition aside and take

support from props until you no longer need it.Ahimsa(nonharming) is

the cornerstone of every yoga practice, so respect the shouts, sighs, and

whispers your body sends.

Virasana

modifications,

page 29

Virasana,

page 28

Krounchasana prep,

pages 30-31 Krounchasana

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