Purna Ustrasana

Full Camel Pose

Full Camel is a deep kneeling backbend beyond the standard supported Camel variation.

Type: Backbend
Focus: Backbend
Advanced ยท 10/10

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How to do this pose

  1. Learn the exact variation and exit with a teacher after pain-free standard Camel.
  2. Maintain active support through the legs and trunk; do not drop backward or place weight on the head.
  3. Return upright using the taught support before sitting or changing position.

Before you begin

Avoid with knee, back or neck injury and dizziness.

What you should feel

Strong leg and trunk support without lumbar or neck pressure.

Benefits

Challenges advanced front-body mobility and backbend control.

Common mistakes

Dropping the head or torso backward to seek a deeper shape.

Modifications

Use a small Camel with hands on the pelvis.

Prep Poses

Camel; teacher-selected shoulder and hip preparation

Follow-Up Poses

Upright kneeling; constructive rest

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Use a small Camel with hands on the pelvis.