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Variations (1)

Firefly Pose

Tittibhasana B

तित्तिभासन B

Tittibhasana B is a transitional variation where legs lift from Firefly overhead toward a back balance.

Anatomy Involved

Benefits

3

Avoid If

3
  • Wrist injuries
  • Shoulder injuries
  • Lower back injuries

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Rounding the lower back — sit on a folded blanket if needed
Forcing the knees down — let gravity work naturally
Collapsing the chest and slouching forward
Tensing the neck and jaw
Rushing into the pose without proper alignment first

Teaching Cues

For yoga teachers — verbal cues to guide students

5 cues
  • 1Sit on the front edge of your sitting bones
  • 2Lengthen the spine upward on each inhalation
  • 3Keep the chest lifted and shoulders relaxed
  • 4Ground down through the sitting bones
  • 5Maintain an elongated spine — avoid rounding the back

Pose Details

Helps With

strength

Pose Type

arm balance

Body Focus

upper bodycore

Focus Areas

strengthbalance

Yoga Styles

ashtanga

When to Practice

peak pose

Position

seated

Target Areas

AbsDeltoidsHamstrings

Practice Flow

About this Pose

Tittibhasana B is a transitional variation where legs lift from Firefly overhead toward a back balance.

How to Practice

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1. Come into Tittibhasana (Firefly).

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2. Legs straight, arms straight.

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3. Lift legs upward — above head.

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4. Take legs back — hips rise.

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5. Transition toward Bakasana/Kurmasana.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tittibhasana B

What is Tittibhasana B?

Tittibhasana B is a transitional variation where legs lift from Firefly overhead toward a back balance.

What are the benefits of Tittibhasana B?

Advanced arm balance transition. Tests full body control. Ashtanga Second Series.

Who should avoid Tittibhasana B?

Avoid this pose if you have: Wrist injuries, Shoulder injuries, Lower back injuries.

How many steps are in Tittibhasana B?

Tittibhasana B is practiced in 9 steps. Come into Tittibhasana (Firefly).

Is Tittibhasana B suitable for beginners?

Tittibhasana B is an advanced-level pose. Beginners should practice with props or under guidance.

What conditions does Tittibhasana B help with?

Tittibhasana B is therapeutic for: strength.

What poses should I do before Tittibhasana B?

Prepare with: Staff Pose, Baddha Konasana, Upavistha Konasana. These warm up the relevant muscles and joints.

Build Your Own Sequence

Combine Tittibhasana B with other poses