4 Yoga Arm Balances to Take Your Practice to the Next Level

Here we go: 

The Crow Pose 

The crow pose is a great way to start off our list of yoga arm balances. This pose is a challenging balance that requires strength and flexibility. 

To perform the crow pose, you will need to: 

• Start in a low squat position with your hands on the ground in front of you
• Slowly lift your hips up into the air and bring your feet together
• Hold the pose for a few seconds, then slowly lower your hips back to the ground

Pincha Mayurasana (Forearm Stand) 

This is a more challenging arm balance that requires a lot of strength and flexibility. You want to make sure that you are warmed up properly before attempting this balance. 

To perform the Pincha Mayurasana, you will need to: 

• Place your hands on the ground and slowly lift your hips up into the air
• Bring your feet together and tuck your head between your arms
• Hold the pose for a few seconds, then slowly lower your hips back to the ground

Titibasana (Firefly Pose) 

This is another challenging arm balance that requires a lot of strength and flexibility. The Titibasana is a great way to improve your balance and strengthen your core. 

To perform the Titibasana, you will need to: 

• Start in a low squat position with your hands on the ground in front of you
• Slowly lift your hips up into the air and spread your legs behind your arms
• Using the back of your arms for support, stay in the pose for a few seconds
• Slowly lower your hips back to the ground

Parsva Bakasana (Side Crow Pose) 

This pose is a great way to challenge your balance and strength. The Parsva Bakasana is a more advanced arm balance that requires a lot of flexibility. 

To perform the Parsva Bakasana, you will need to: 

• Start in a low squat position with your hands on the ground in front of you
• Slowly lift your hips up into the air and bring your feet together
• Lift your left leg up in the air and cross it over your right leg
• Hold the pose for a few seconds, then slowly lower your hips back to the ground
• Repeat on the other side

Final Thoughts 

Taking your yoga practice to the next level is going to require you to challenge yourself. These 4 yoga arm balances are a great way to do just that. So, give them a try in your next practice and see how you progress. 

Check out our next article on the top yoga poses for better balance and flexibility.