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Upward Salute (Prayer Hands)

Urdhva Hastasana

Upward Salute with palms together overhead.

About This Pose

A focused variation of Upward Salute with palms together, encouraging inner lift and concentration.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Reach arms up
2
Palms together
3
Breathe deeply

Alignment Cues

Shoulders relaxed

Benefits

Improves focus
Lengthens spine

Modifications

Separate hands

Variations

Flow transition

Cautions & Contraindications

Cautions

Avoid shoulder tension

Avoid this pose if you have:

Shoulder injury

Use This Pose

Quick Facts

Primary Focus

spine

Secondary Focus

shoulders

Suggested Hold

20 seconds

Tags

warm-upstanding

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