Reclining Bound Angle Pose

Reclining Bound Angle Pose can be done by itself or combined with Bound Angle and Extended Bound Angle poses. These poses work the same muscles and provide many of the same physical and mental health benefits.

Reclining Bound Angle Pose with props is also a popular relaxation pose that most people can maintain for up to an hour.

If your knees do not touch the floor, rest them on a folded towel or blanket, or on blocks.

English Name: Reclining Bound Angle Pose

Sanskrit Name: Supta Baddha Konasana

Difficulty Level: 3

Start Position: Bound Angle Pose

Instructions:

Step 1.

From Bound Angle Pose, release your hands from your feet and walk your elbows behind you until you are lying on the floor.

Step 2.

Place your hands on your thighs or by your side.

Step 3.

Hold the pose for several breathes, or as long as it feels comfortable.

Step 4.

To get out of the pose, either use your arms to walk your body to a seated position or roll over to one side and use your hands to come to a seated position.

Physical Benefits:

• Stretches leg muscles
• Opens up the chest
• Reduces fatigue
• Relieves headaches
• Improves digestions & circulation
• Maintains urinary tract health
• May prevent varicose veins

Mental Benefits

• Reduces stress
• Increases focus
• Relieves mild anxiety & depression

Contraindications:

• Knee, hip, or groin injury
• Arm, elbow, or hand injury
• Low back pain or injury

Supported Reclining Bound Angle Pose

Props

1 strap

1 Bolster

2 Blocks or blankets

1 neck pillow or rolled up towel

1 eye pillow or mask (optional)