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One-Handed Peacock Pose

One-Handed Peacock is an advanced single-arm balance supporting the torso through one bent arm.

Type: Balance & Core
Focus: Balance
Advanced · 10/10

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How to do this pose

  1. Work with an experienced teacher on a supported progression and controlled exit.
  2. Keep additional support available rather than removing a hand before the shoulder and wrist can bear the load.
  3. Restore two-hand support before lowering and resting.

Before you begin

Avoid with wrist, elbow or shoulder injury, pregnancy or abdominal compression restrictions.

What you should feel

Strong shoulder and trunk effort without joint or abdominal pain.

Benefits

Challenges advanced unilateral arm support and balance.

Common mistakes

Attempting the full balance without a stable supported progression.

Modifications

Remain with two-hand Peacock preparations or knee-supported Plank.

Prep Poses

Teacher-assessed Peacock and unilateral support work

Follow-Up Poses

Child’s Pose; wrist rest

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Remain with two-hand Peacock preparations or knee-supported Plank.