Wheel Pose
Urdhva Dhanurasana
A full backbend pressing up from the floor into a high arch on hands and feet.
- CategoryBackbend
- LevelAdvanced
- Default hold15 seconds
- BreathFull breaths at the top
- PositionSupine
Benefits
A deep, energizing opening for the chest, shoulders, and hip flexors with real full-body strength.
Cautions
Warm up thoroughly first; avoid with wrist, shoulder, or low-back injuries. Bridge Pose is the friendly alternative.