The Benefits of Pigeon Pose
Stretch the hips, groin, and lower back
Pigeon Pose targets the hips, groin, and lower back. Check out this video for a list of benefits it offers!
Beginner Variations: Beginners can approach this pose from Downward Dog. You can also place a towel or yoga block under your hip for support if it’s too much on your knee.
Intermediate Variations; More seasoned practitioners can lower the torso over the front leg with the arms stretched forward on your mat or a yoga block. This is called Resting Pigeon Pose.
Precautions:
Make sure to warm up before practicing Pigeon Pose to prevent injury! This is why this pose is typically done at the end of a yoga class.
If you have knee, hip, or lower back issues, please avoid this pose or seek medical advice before trying it. Same thing with pregnant women!
As an alternative, you can do Pigeon Pose on your back, bringing your knee into your chest.