Reclined Bound Angle (Supta Baddha Konasana)
Pose Overview
| Common Name | Reclined Bound Angle |
| Traditional Sanskrit Name | Supta Baddha Konasana |
| Sanskrit Name Pronunciation | soop-tah bahd-dah cone-AHS-ah-nuh |
| Pose Difficulty | Beginner |
| Drishti
Drishti is the gaze or visual focus point during yoga poses.
Learn more about Drishti |
Upward, towards the sky |
Reclined Bound Angle Pose, or Supta Baddha Konasana in Sanskrit, is a yoga pose that is said to be beneficial for stretching out the hips, inner thighs, and groins, as well as for promoting a sense of balance and focus. The name of the pose comes from the fact that it involves reclining on the back and opening the legs in a bound angle position. The pose is said to be helpful for increasing flexibility and strength in the hips, inner thighs, and groins, and for promoting a sense of balance and focus. It is also said to be beneficial for relieving stress and anxiety, and for promoting a sense of inner peace. This pose is also said to help to release tension in the hips, inner thighs, and groins, and to help to improve balance and stability.
Benefits of Reclined Bound Angle
This pose helps to open the hips, inner thighs, and groin, which can be beneficial for those with tightness in these areas. It also helps to calm the mind and relieve stress.
How to Enter Reclined Bound Angle
Start by sitting on the mat with the soles of your feet together and your knees out to the sides. Use your hands to gently press your knees down towards the mat. Slowly lie back onto your mat, keeping your feet together and your knees open. You can use a bolster or a pillow under your head and spine if you'd like. Relax your arms out to the sides and let your body release into the pose.
How to Exit Reclined Bound Angle
Gently press into your feet to lift your hips off the mat. Use your hands to press your knees together and sit up straight. Take a moment to notice how you feel before moving on to your next pose.
Common Reclined Bound Angle Modifications & Variations
If you have difficulty keeping your back on the mat, you can use a bolster or pillow to prop yourself up. If you have difficulty keeping your feet together, you can place a strap or yoga block around your feet to help keep them together.
Common Mistakes with Reclined Bound Angle
Rushing into the pose and not taking the time to properly align your body Not relaxing fully into the pose and holding tension in your body Not using props if needed
Safety Guidance
If you have any knee or hip injuries, please be cautious when entering and exiting this pose. If you feel any discomfort in your knees, try propping them up with a pillow or blanket. If you have any back pain, use a bolster or pillow to support your back.
