Pigeon Pose vs Bound Angle

Compare benefits, difficulty, and safety.

Pigeon Pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana)

One leg bent in front, back leg extended behind.

Difficulty: Intermediate

Primary benefit: Hip opener

Safe for 50+: No

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Bound Angle (Baddha Konasana)

Seated with soles together, knees dropped.

Difficulty: Beginner

Primary benefit: Hip opener

Safe for 50+: Yes

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