Dhanurasana: Learn the Dhanurasana procedure

Learn the Dhanurasana procedure with step-by-step instructions, benefits, and contraindications. Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) is a powerful backbend in yoga that resembles an archer's bow. In Bow Pose, or Dhanurasana , you bend back into the shape of a bow to feel energetically locked, loaded, and ready to take aim. Dhanurasana Dhanurasana Dhanurasana (Sanskrit: धनुरासन, romanized: Dhanurāsana, lit. 'Bow pose') is a back bending asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise. Learn how to practice Dhanurasana , a backbending pose that strengthens the back, opens the chest, and stimulates the digestive and endocrine systems. Find out the history, philosophy, and precautions of this ancient yoga asana.