Bird By Bird
When you see someone perform Eka Pada Rajakapotasana IV, you're witnessing many hours of practice and refinement of other poses to prepare for this one. The pose requires deep hip and spinal extension, supple shoulders, and a steady core. Barbara Benagh created this sequence to prepare your body for this master pose.
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Reader Comments
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jq |
Excellent video and beautiful model! |
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zenab |
this is are very good posture and i love it!!!!! |
