Straight-arm crow pose

Muscles

• Anterior deltoid
• Pectoralis major (clavicular head)
• Triceps brachii (long head)
• Triceps brachii (medial head)
• Triceps brachii (lateral head)
• Serratus anterior
• Lower trapezius
• Middle deltoid

Technique

1. Squat down, place your hands on the ground in front of your and place your knees on your upper arms (above the elbow).
2. Slowly shift your weight to your hands and activate your shoulders and core to bring your legs up.

Form tips

1. Keep your fingers spread wide on the ground to create a stable base.
2. Keep your arms straight.

Similar Exercises

• Flying crow pose
• Pike bent-arm handstand
• Planche lean
• Flying splits pose
• Bent legs side crow pose

Equipment

• Low pushing device