Chaturanga Anatomy Clinic - Yoga 101

Explore shoulder anatomy for Chaturanga, detailing the four joints (glenohumeral, acromioclavicular, sternoclavicular, scapulothoracic) and key muscles, including the rotator cuff, deltoid, lats, and pectorals.

Master chaturanga biomechanics and alignment through a block-supported progression, wrist flexion, and elbow hug cues, building strength from knees to full push-up, then flow to upward and downward dog.

Identify common Chaturanga misalignments that can lead to shoulder and neck injuries, including dumping the shoulders forward, neck hyperextension, and winging of the blades, then learn prevention and rehab cues.

Practice a slow flow yoga class that builds up into chaturanga through mindful scapular protraction and retraction, core engagement, and vinyasa transitions from child pose to downward facing dog.