Variations (2)
Supta Vajrasana Full
सुप्त वज्रासन पूर्ण
Supta Vajrasana Full is the complete reclining thunderbolt with arms extended overhead.
Anatomy Involved
Benefits
- Deep quad and hip flexor stretch
- Opens abdomen
- Relieves tired legs
- Calming
- Full anatomical benefits — muscles, joints, organs →
Avoid If
- Knee injuries
- Ankle injuries
- Lower back pain
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
- 1Initiate the backbend from the thoracic spine, not the lumbar
- 2Lift the sternum toward the ceiling
- 3Keep the gluteal muscles engaged to protect the lower back
- 4Broaden across the collarbones
- 5Maintain length in the back of the neck — do not drop the head back
- 6Surrender the weight of the body to the props and the floor
Pose Details
Helps With
Pose Type
Body Focus
Focus Areas
Yoga Styles
When to Practice
Position
Modify If You Have
back pain
Use a bolster under the back.
Target Areas
Practice Flow
About this Pose
Supta Vajrasana Full is the complete reclining thunderbolt with arms extended overhead.
How to Practice
1. Sit in Vajrasana.
2. Using elbows, lean back.
3. Entire back on the floor — Supta Vajrasana.
4. Extend arms overhead — straight.
5. Palms up or together.
5 more steps remaining
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Supta Vajrasana Full
What is Supta Vajrasana Full?
Supta Vajrasana Full is the complete reclining thunderbolt with arms extended overhead.
What are the benefits of Supta Vajrasana Full?
Deep quad and hip flexor stretch. Opens abdomen. Relieves tired legs. Calming.
Who should avoid Supta Vajrasana Full?
Avoid this pose if you have: Knee injuries, Ankle injuries, Lower back pain.
How many steps are in Supta Vajrasana Full?
Supta Vajrasana Full is practiced in 10 steps. Sit in Vajrasana.
Is Supta Vajrasana Full suitable for beginners?
Supta Vajrasana Full is an intermediate-level pose. Beginners should practice with props or under guidance.
What props are needed for Supta Vajrasana Full?
You may use: bolster. Props make the pose more accessible and comfortable.
What conditions does Supta Vajrasana Full help with?
Supta Vajrasana Full is therapeutic for: flexibility, back pain.
What poses should I do before Supta Vajrasana Full?
Prepare with: Reclined Hero Pose, Bharmanasana (Table top pose), Virasana, Adho Mukha Svanasana. These warm up the relevant muscles and joints.
Build Your Own Sequence
Combine Supta Vajrasana Full with other poses