Yin

Crocodile Pose

Makarasana (Yin)

Lie on the belly and rest the forehead or chest on stacked arms.

Benefits: Encourages fascial release, joint mobility, and a calm parasympathetic response. Particularly helpful for deep rest.
Props: Blanket or bolster optional.
Hold Time: 3 to 5 minutes
Cautions and Contraindications: Avoid forcing depth. Back out if you feel sharp, pinching, or electric sensations, especially around knees and low back.
Entering Crocodile Pose: Lie on your belly with the legs extended behind you. Stack the forearms or hands in front of you. Rest the forehead or chest on the arms and let the whole body soften toward the floor. Take a steady inhale to create length, then use the exhale to settle into the final shape.
Exiting Crocodile Pose: Press the hands into the floor and slowly lift the head and chest. Transition to a neutral resting position or hands and knees. Pause in a neutral position for a moment before continuing.