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A need for focus and a tricky bird - Kakasana, Crow Pose

A need for focus and a tricky bird - Kakasana, Crow Pose

Discover the myth and story behind Crow pose, one of the most popular arm balances in yoga. Crow pose is often mistakenly called Bakasana - which is actually Crane pose, the progression of Crow pose where the arms are straight. The Sanskrit name for Crow Pose is Kakasana - very onomatopoeic! What is the story behind it, and what can we learn from this pose and the mythology?