Yoga pose
Supta Virasana
Reclining Hero Pose
About Supta Virasana
Supta Virasana, or Reclining Hero Pose, is a restorative lying pose in Iyengar yoga that stretches the thighs and opens the chest. It promotes deep relaxation and flexibility.
ASANA ATLAS
Continue exploring.
See the full pose details and browse 195+ yoga poses together in one place.
Open Supta Virasana in Asana Atlas ↗Benefits
Mind: Promotes mindfulness and calm through deep stretching and breath. Spirit: Encourages inner peace and surrender. Body: Stretches thighs, knees, and ankles; opens chest and…
Continue with full benefits in Asana Atlas →Instructions
1. Begin in Virasana, sitting on heels, knees together, tops of feet flat on the mat. 2. Exhale, lean back, placing hands behind you, and lower onto forearms. 3. Continue lowering to lie on the back, extending…
Continue with full instructions in Asana Atlas →Avoid with knee or lower back injuries. Modify with a bolster under spine or blankets under knees. Ensure comfort to prevent strain.
See full precautions & modifications in Asana Atlas →ASANA ATLAS
Continue exploring.
Explore 195+ yoga poses together in Asana Atlas — with full instructions, benefits, cautions, categories and more.
EXPLORE NEXT
