How to Do Wheel Pose

Understand the essential components of this yoga backbend with our how-to guide.

Wheel pose, or Urdvha Danurasana, is the peak pose in the yoga backbending series, requiring strength, breath and focus.

It’s important to warm up before practicing Wheel pose. Start by flowing through standing and balancing postures. Then, practice Bridge pose. Once you’re comfortable with Bridge, you can then move on to Wheel.

Make sure to breathe deeply throughout the pose and take your time coming in and out of the stretch. Wheel Pose helps stretch the chest, core and back of the body. It can also strengthen the arms and legs.

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