Half Boat Pose Ardha Navasana (female)

Half Boat Pose Ardha Navasana demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the floor with your legs straight out in front of you.
  • 2Bend your knees, lift your feet off the floor and lean back slightly.
  • 3Extend your arms parallel to the floor, palms facing down.
  • 4Engage your abdominal muscles and sit up tall.
  • 5Hold the pose for several breaths before returning to your start position.

Tips:

  • Imagine your spine as a long straight line.
  • Keep your core engaged for balance.
  • Avoid rounding your back.
  • Breathe deeply to get the most out of the stretch.

Half Boat Pose Ardha Navasana Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs