ASANA GUIDE

BOAT POSE — NAVASANA

Boat pose

“Nav” in Sanskrit means boat, and the natural “V” shape of this pose reminds us of a boat. Navasana builds core strength as well as relieving tension and lethargy. The core strength in the body can protect the lower back, but also refers us to our inner core. The inner core of the being takes us to the true journey of yoga, the exploration of our inner nature. So jump into the boat pose, and discover something about what yoga can truly reveal.

Sanskrit

Navasana
परिपूर्णनावासन

PRONUNCIATION

Navasana
परिपूर्णनावासन

TRANSLATION

Boat (Nav)
Pose (Asana)

POSE TYPE

Seated pose

POSE CATEGORY

Seated pose

ORIGIN

Tirumalai Krishnamacharya Dhirendra Brahmachari

PERFORMANCE

Starting

Standing at the front of the Yoga mat, feet parallel, arms besides the body.

Entering

Step back with the left leg approximately 1.5 meters, heels are slightly off set, turning the left foot forward to a 45° angle, while the hips remain squared, facing the front. Bending the right knee until it is vertically above the ankle, and the right shin is perpendicular to the floor. Raise the arms above the head, stretching upward with both palms pressing against each other. Keep the eyes open and lift the gaze up toward the hands. Breathe naturally, maintaining a firm and relaxed pose.