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Smart Backbending: Urdhva Dhanurasana & the Role of the Legs

6 mins

This essential tutorial reshapes the way Ashtanga students approach backbending, focusing on biomechanics over misguided goals like walking the hands to the heels. Learn how to engage your legs effectively, use props like blocks and the wall for support, and refine your alignment to create a sustainable and powerful Urdhva Dhanurasana.