Snake / Anantasana
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Ananta="endless"; the name of an earth-encircling snake god, similar to the Worm Ouroboros. Begin in Shavasana. Roll onto one side. Raise your head and rest it on your palm, with your elbow just below. Raise your top leg and grasp the knee. Then grasp the big toe.

Progression

Variation 1

Bring the top leg down as close to your head as possible, using your lower hand to draw it down and your upper hand to maintain a supporting balance.

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