Monkey Side Plank Pose is an advanced posture that digs deep into the hips and groin while requiring a good amount of strength to balance and stay in the posture. Mastering Side Plank Pose and opening the hips and hamstrings will be helpful to succeed in Monkey Side Plank Pose.
To do Monkey Side Plank Pose, move into Side Plank or Vasisthasana with the left hand down, balancing on the side of the right foot with the feet stacked. Next, plant the left foot on the ground at a 90 degree angle and move the right leg to meet the leg to meet the left hand with the legs splitting, keeping the chest open and the look up. Breath slow and steady in this posture, a wall can be used to help with balance.
Monkey Side Plank Pose is an advanced posture that digs deep into the hips and groin while requiring a good amount of strength to balance and stay in the posture. Mastering Side Plank Pose and opening the hips and hamstrings will be helpful to succeed in Monkey Side Plank Pose.
To do Monkey Side Plank Pose, move into Side Plank or Vasisthasana with the left hand down, balancing on the side of the right foot with the feet stacked. Next, plant the left foot on the ground at a 90 degree angle and move the right leg to meet the leg to meet the left hand with the legs splitting, keeping the chest open and the look up. Breath slow and steady in this posture, a wall can be used to help with balance.