Chaturanga Dandasana "Crocodile Pose"

Pronunciation: (chat-ur-ahn-gah dan-DAHS-ah-nuh)

Also called:

Four-Limbed Staff Pose Chaturanga

Level:

Beginner

Chakra:

Benefits:  This asana can be challenging, especially if upper-body strength is an issue. But you can feel your body strengthening and go deeper each time you practice. 

How it's done:

• Begin in Plank Pose.
• Keeping your elbows tucked into your sides, bend your arms until they are in line with your torso.
• Engage and lift your front body.
• Remain in the pose for 10 to 30 seconds, then push back into Adho Muka Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog Pose).