Crab (posture)

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The Crab is the name given to a body position sometimes seen in basic gymnastics, yoga, and breakdancing. The body is supinated so that the back faces the ground, the legs are bent like sitting in a chair, and the arms extend straight backward. Only the feet and hands touch the ground, and the torso is held parallel with the ground. The position's name originates from that of a crab.[1]

The position is said to strengthen the arms, legs and back.[2]

[edit] References

  1. ^ Luxbacher, J. (2003). Soccer Practice Games. Human Kinetics. ISBN 978-0736047890
  2. ^ Yoga Gallery, BBC North Yorkshire

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