Camel Pose

Technique

How to perform Camel Pose

1. Kneel with your knees about hip width apart and place your hands on the back of your pelvis.
2. Lift the chest and begin a controlled backbend while keeping the thighs close to vertical.
3. Keep your hands on the pelvis, or reach back to the heels when that is comfortable; tuck the toes to raise the heels if needed.
4. Keep the neck comfortable, then use your legs and trunk to return upright before sitting back.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved