#tortoise pose

[llyogasuperstar]

Tortoise Pose, aka Kurmasana, is a centering pose usually just practiced in Ashtanga Primary Series. Tortoise strengthens the back and helps tone the abs. Although this pose also helps open the hips and hamstrings, it does require a certain amount of flexibility in order to attempt it as well. Therefore we'll be opening up to flatten down tonight in my 7pm Vinyasa class at Karen Lord Pilates Movement. See you there!

[fitnessterritory]

Kurmasana Mandala by leaforgo

Kurmasana Mandala by leaforgo

This picture was first published on Dharma Yoga Center NYC's page under the title of Move Slowly into Tortoise Pose… Lauren Rabadi picked it from there, and added the following comment: "I love how you look around the room, everyone’s pose is at a different skill level. Never be discouraged by what you “can’t do” but what you can achieve now and hopefully in the future." I couldn't agree more, with persistent practice all is coming!