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Vinyasa

Peak Pose Flow: Bird of Paradise

A comprehensive flow to open the hamstrings and shoulders in preparation for the beautiful and challenging Bird of Paradise balancing pose.

Illustration of Utthita Parsvakonasana

1. Utthita Parsvakonasana

utthita parsvakonasana

Breathe Normally
8 breaths per side

Practice the bind, wrapping your arms under your front thigh.

Illustration of Parsvottanasana

2. Parsvottanasana

parsvottanasana

Breathe Normally
8 breaths per side

Open the hamstrings.

Illustration of Baddha Konasana

3. Baddha Konasana

baddha konasana

Breathe Normally
10 breaths

Open the inner thighs and hips.

Illustration of Visvamitrasana

4. Visvamitrasana

visvamitrasana

Breathe Normally
Practice for 2-3 mins

Practice the peak pose. From bound side angle, slowly step your back foot in and begin to stand up, bringing the bound leg with you. Find your balance, then slowly work on straightening the lifted leg.

Illustration of Hanumanasana

5. Hanumanasana

hanumanasana

Breathe Normally
10 breaths

As a counter and final hamstring opener.

Illustration of Corpse Pose

6. Corpse Pose

savasana

Breathe Normally
5 minutes

Rest and absorb the practice.

Sequence Complete

Consider moving into Savasana (Corpse Pose) to integrate your practice.

Go to Savasana