02/07/2026
Chaturanga in Vinyasa Flow
Step 1: Start in High Plank
core is engaged, shoulders are over the wrists, press tailbone back toward your toes
balance on your toes and hands,
press palms firmly into the floor, spread fingers wide, gaze is between your hands or a few inches in front to keep the body in one straight line,
Step 2: Chaturanga (low plank)- on the exhale, lower half-way, hugging your elbows tightly to your sides against your rib cage, engaging triceps
Areas to focus on and avoid:
Sagging hips
butt lifting too high
elbows splayed out
shoulders shrugged
Chest collapsing toward the floor
Modifications: Bring knees to the floor keeping a flat back
Benefits:
Strengthens arms, wrist, shoulders
Tones abdomen
Strengthens legs and back muscles