advanced level

• lift the hips up using core strength
• heels towards the glutes
• push the body up, avoiding hanging on the arms
• lengthen the spine
• draw the abdomen in
• send the chest forward
• engage the core and bandhas to try to lift the knees away from the arms, lifting the body up
• knees under the armpits
• try to straighten the elbows
• active fingers spread wide
• shoulders away from the ears

Bakasana is one of the first arm balancing poses. Particularly beneficial for beginners, it strengthens the arms and the entire body, preparing it for more advanced asanas such as Bhujapidasana, Tolasana, and others.