To build core strength in Ardha Chaturanga Dandasana (Plank Pose), what can students do?

Building core strength is a fundamental aspect of a robust yoga practice, and in Ardha Chaturanga Dandasana (Plank Pose), students can enhance their stability and strength in a modified way. By placing their knees on the floor, students reduce the overall demand on their core while still engaging essential muscle groups.

This modification allows beginners or those needing to build strength gradually to experience the alignment and stability required in Plank Pose without the full intensity that can lead to strain or misalignment. It focuses on developing the foundational strength necessary for the full expression of Plank Pose over time.

Maintaining this position while engaging the core, even with the knees on the ground, helps students cultivate awareness of their abdominal muscles, emphasizing proper engagement and support. Over time, as they gain strength and confidence, they can transition to lifting their knees off the ground and fully engaging in the traditional plank pose.