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I have been practicing Yoga about 5 years and I still seem to
be in the same spot. What are some of the practices I can do
to master the side crow pose? It seems as if my arms are too
short, when I put my arms to the side I can’t bend them to
get in the position. Also what are some positions I can
practice and how long should I stay in the position to open up
my hip area. I do practice Yoga about 2 to 3 times a week.
As you already know Side Crow Posture (Parsva Bakasana)
can be a test of patience. Sometimes cultivation of patience is
the deeper reason certain asanas exist. Some Yoga students
never quite get it, despite how many years they practice.
This could be compared to a golfer, who has never made a
particular shot despite years of practice, games played,
camps, lessons, professional guidance, etc.
Within the study of Yoga, asanas should be used as tools for
self-mastery and not so much viewed as end-goals. The
process of learning Yoga techniques happens on a multitude
of planes. However, that is another matter.
Asanas that will help build upper body
strength.
- Adho Mukha Vrksasana (Handstand Pose)
- Chaturangasana (Crocodile - Push up)
- Kakasana (Crow)
By using the Internet, we are learning and teaching Yoga
online. It is not possible for me to see if your hips are a
factor. You may want to discuss this with your local Yoga
instructor. Below are a few very useful hip openers for your
personal Yoga sessions
Hip Openers
- Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose) also known as
cobbler
- Kapotasana (Pigeon Pose) also known as dove or
swan
- Viparita Karani (Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose). When
performing this pose you can widen your legs as your range
of motion permits and this is easier to hold for a longer
time.
Try to hold these asanas up to a minute at a time. This is a
goal - in and of itself.
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