Wheel: modification for splaying legs and feet

Posted on April 23, 2013
By Rachel
In Yoga Teaching

Take a look at how the use of a simple block can transform the space and stability possible in Full Wheel (Urdhva Dhanurasana). Notice how the upper body is also affected by the prop.

Tips:

set the feet first and keep the inner edges of the feet anchored
use a prop of an appropriate width
prop either between the knees or thighs – whatever gives your student the best connection to their adductors

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