King Pigeon Pose – Kapotasana
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Benefits
Hip Opener, Heart Openers
Stretches front of the body, chest, neck, shoulders
Stretches thighs
Strengthens back
Contraindications
High or low blood pressure
Neck injury
Lower back injury
Insomnia
Migraine Headaches
Modifications
Use wall for support by facing away from wall, heals touching the wall. Lean back so the crown of your head and your forearms are touching the wall.
Similar Poses
One Legged King Pigeon Pose
Camel Pose
Wheel
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