Goddess Pose: Utkata Konasana | Traditional
Benefits
Builds strength, mobility, and breathing awareness with steady alignment. Particularly helpful for feeling steady and present.
Props
No-props
Hold Time
5 to 8 breaths
Cautions
Practice within a pain-free range. Reduce depth or use props for knee, low back, neck, wrist, or shoulder sensitivity.
Entering Goddess Pose
Step the feet wide and turn the toes out. Bend the knees so they track over the toes. Lift the arms to shoulder height or cactus the elbows. Take a steady inhale to create length, then use the exhale to settle into the final shape.
Exiting Goddess Pose
Straighten the legs. Turn the toes forward if needed and step the feet back in. Pause in a neutral position for a moment before continuing.