Mermaid Pose

Technique

How to perform Mermaid Pose

1. Begin in an upright supported Pigeon position and bend the rear knee.
2. Hold the rear foot with the same-side hand, then bring the foot into that elbow crease only if it fits without forcing the knee.
3. Reach the other arm overhead and clasp the hands if available, lifting the chest while keeping the hips and chest facing forward and the pelvis supported.
4. Release the hands, guide the rear foot down, and return through all fours before changing sides.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved