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Upward Salute

Urdhva Hastasana

Upward Salute with arms extended overhead.

About This Pose

A foundational standing pose that lengthens the spine, opens the shoulders, and energizes the body through upward extension.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Stand tall
2
Raise arms overhead
3
Gaze up softly

Alignment Cues

Ribs stacked
Weight even

Benefits

Improves posture
Opens shoulders
Energizes body

Modifications

Wider stance

Variations

Prayer hands stretch

Cautions & Contraindications

Cautions

Avoid rib flare
Keep shoulders relaxed

Avoid this pose if you have:

Shoulder pain (modify)

Use This Pose

Quick Facts

Primary Focus

full body

Secondary Focus

shoulderscore

Suggested Hold

20 seconds

Tags

warm-upstanding

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