beginner level

• knees over heels
• hips up
• chest towards chin
• feet pressed and directed towards each other
• active quadriceps
• active gluteal muscles

Ardha Urdhva Dhanurasana, or Half Bridge Pose, is used as a gentle, soft backbend at the end of a session. It helps stretch the front of the body. Difficulties may arise due to insufficient warming up during the practice.