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Ustrasana with Blocks
उष्ट्रासन ब्लॉक
Beginnerkneeling
Target Muscles
spine extensorsquadricepschest
Benefits (4)
- + Accessible camel for beginners
- + Blocks reduce backbend depth
- + Builds confidence
- + Iyengar method
Avoid If (2)
- - Neck injuries
- - Lower back pain (severe)
About
Camel with blocks — makes the backbend accessible, hands reach blocks instead of heels.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Kneel.
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2. Place two blocks (tallest) beside feet.
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3. Hands on lower back.
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4. Inhale, lift chest.
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5. Exhale, lean back.
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6. Hands on blocks (no need to reach heels).
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7. Blocks provide height — less backbend needed.
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8. Hold 5-8 breaths.
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9. Hands to lower back, come up.
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10. Balasana.