How To Do A Yoga Push Up Safely

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Chaturanga or Staff Pose is a commonly used yet challenging pose in yoga. It helps to build upper body strength. Yet when done incorrectly, it can lead to pain and injuries.

Plank On Knees

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Chaturanga On Knees

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Full Plank

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Transition To Chaturanga

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Chaturanaga

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Child Pose

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Practice these poses 3 times per week to counteract poor posture and strengthen your body!

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