Reclined Thunderbolt Pose (Supta Vajrasana)
Reclined Thunderbolt Pose (Supta Vajrasana)
Reclined Thunderbolt Pose is an intermediate backbend that stretches the lower spine and can improve flexibility in the upper legs. Yogi’s struggling with degenerative discs, knee issues, and low back pain should avoid this posture. Try to get Thunderbolt Pose mastered before moving onto the Reclined version.
To do Reclined Thunderbolt Pose, begin in Hero Pose and move the elbows to the mat. Next, move the elbows, laying the back onto the mat. Once laying flat, move the top of the head to the mat placing the hands on the feet. Consult an advanced Yogi for help getting into this posture, it can be difficult!
Reclined Thunderbolt Pose is an intermediate backbend that stretches the lower spine and can improve flexibility in the upper legs. Yogi’s struggling with degenerative discs, knee issues, and low back pain should avoid this posture. Try to get Thunderbolt Pose mastered before moving onto the Reclined version.
To do Reclined Thunderbolt Pose, begin in Hero Pose and move the elbows to the mat. Next, move the elbows, laying the back onto the mat. Once laying flat, move the top of the head to the mat placing the hands on the feet. Consult an advanced Yogi for help getting into this posture, it can be difficult!
