Makarasana

Crocodile Pose

This Crocodile entry describes the common prone resting form of Makarasana. Some Ghosh sources use the same name for a Lotus-based posture.

Type: Restorative
Focus: Restorative
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How to do this pose

  1. Lie face down with legs comfortably spaced.
  2. Fold the forearms and rest the forehead on them, adjusting the arms so the neck stays easy.
  3. Breathe naturally; press onto hands and knees or roll to the side to finish.

Before you begin

Avoid prone abdominal pressure during pregnancy and after abdominal surgery unless cleared.

What you should feel

Comfortable support beneath the forehead and torso.

Benefits

Provides a resting pause between prone backbends.

Common mistakes

Turning the neck sharply or remaining despite abdominal pressure.

Modifications

Use side-lying rest or a cushion under the forehead if helpful.

Prep Poses

Locust or Low Cobra followed by a gentle lowering

Follow-Up Poses

Neutral tabletop; Savasana

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Use side-lying rest or a cushion under the forehead if helpful.