Anjaneyasana Backbend
अंजनेयासन बैकबेंड
Low Lunge with Backbend — adds spinal extension to the hip flexor stretch.
Anatomy Involved
Benefits
- Combines hip opening with backbend
- Deepens the lunge
- Opens chest and shoulders
- Full anatomical benefits — muscles, joints, organs →
Avoid If
- Lower back injuries
- Knee injuries
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Teaching Cues
For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students
6 cues
Teaching Cues
For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students
- 1Place padding under the knees if needed for comfort
- 2Align the hips directly above or behind the knees
- 3Keep the spine long and the chest lifted
- 4Press the tops of the feet or toes firmly into the floor
- 5Engage the core to support the lower back
- 6Allow the hip joints to open gradually — never force
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About this Pose
Low Lunge with Backbend — adds spinal extension to the hip flexor stretch.
How to Practice
1. Come into Anjaneyasana — right foot forward.
2. Left knee on floor.
3. Inhale, arms up.
4. Lean back — deep backbend.
5. Push hips forward.
5 more steps remaining
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Anjaneyasana Backbend
What is Anjaneyasana Backbend?
Low Lunge with Backbend — adds spinal extension to the hip flexor stretch.
What are the benefits of Anjaneyasana Backbend?
Combines hip opening with backbend. Deepens the lunge. Opens chest and shoulders.
Who should avoid Anjaneyasana Backbend?
Avoid this pose if you have: Lower back injuries, Knee injuries.
How many steps are in Anjaneyasana Backbend?
Anjaneyasana Backbend is practiced in 10 steps. Come into Anjaneyasana — right foot forward.
Is Anjaneyasana Backbend suitable for beginners?
Anjaneyasana Backbend is an intermediate-level pose. Beginners should practice with props or under guidance.
What conditions does Anjaneyasana Backbend help with?
Anjaneyasana Backbend is therapeutic for: flexibility, posture correction.
What poses should I do before Anjaneyasana Backbend?
Prepare with: Anjaneyasana, Bharmanasana (Table top pose), Adho Mukha Virasana (Child's Pose). These warm up the relevant muscles and joints.
Build Your Own Sequence
Combine Anjaneyasana Backbend with other poses