Yoga pose · No equipment
Boat Pose
Boat Pose is a yoga pose for the abs. All you need is a mat.
The animated figure highlights the muscles worked.
How to do it
- Sit and lean back a little with a long spine
- Lift the shins parallel to the floor
- Arms reach forward; straighten the legs to make it harder
How much to do
What BindTrue’s yoga plans use, by experience:
- Beginner
- 2 × 15 s
- Some experience
- 2 × 20 s
- Experienced
- 3 × 30 s
Alternatives
Same job, different tools: swap in one of these when the equipment is busy or the movement doesn’t suit you.
Used in these programs
- Yoga Flow Core & balance: 3 × 20 s · 3 days a week
Stop if you feel sharp or joint pain. New to training, or coming back from an injury? Start light and ask a qualified coach or physical therapist to check your form.