At Artha Yoga, one of the popular asanas taught is Chaturanga Dandasana, also known as the Four-Limbed Staff Pose. This powerful and challenging pose is an integral part of the Vinyasa flow sequence, emphasizing strength, stability, and alignment.
In Chaturanga Dandasana, practitioners begin in a high plank position, aligning their wrists directly under their shoulders and spreading their fingers wide for stability. With a strong core engaged, they slowly lower their body halfway down, keeping their elbows hugged close to the sides of their ribcage. The pose resembles a push-up position held at a 90-degree angle, with the body parallel to the floor.
At Artha Yoga, skilled instructors guide students in mastering the correct alignment and techniques of Chaturanga Dandasana, ensuring they develop the necessary upper body and core strength while protecting their joints. This asana builds resilience, tones the arms and shoulders, and strengthens the wrists, improving overall posture and stability.
Artha Yoga offers a supportive and encouraging environment for practitioners of all levels to explore and refine their Chaturanga Dandasana, fostering physical strength, mindfulness, and a deeper connection to their yoga practice.