Pigeon Pose vs Deer Pose
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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Deer Pose (Simhasana)
Seated with one leg bent in front, one behind.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Primary benefit: Hip opener
Safe for 50+: No
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