Boat
Sanskrit Name: Navasana
Challenge Level: Medium
Boat pose is a core-strengthening yoga posture. In this posture, the body and legs are held straight and the torso forms a 'V' shape with the legs. The whole weight of the body is balanced on the buttocks with the feet lifted. This is an important posture in yoga for building strength, particularly in the abdominal muscles, and for improving balance. It can be a challenging posture for beginners because of the strength and hamstring flexibility required. A gentler variation can be done with the knees bent.
Categories
Seated Yoga Poses
Seated positions calm the mind and encourage concentration. These are the best postures for practicing breathing techniques, meditation and stillness. When combined with twists or stretches, these poses release muscular knots, improving the flow of energy in the body.
Core Yoga Poses
In yoga, core stability is key for proper alignment and balance in asana practice. Engage in your abdominal muscles with core yoga poses to help build a strong and stable core. Doing so will help prevent injury, speed rehabilitation and improve performance in all types of sports.