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Tola translates into a pair of scales. This arm balance asana strengthens the wrists, hands and abdominal muscles. Scales Pose beginners should place a block under each hand before attempting to lift up.

Body Parts

Core
Arms

Body Positions

Arm Balances

Muscle Groups

Abdominals
Gluteus Medius

Pose Positions

Sitting

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April 3, 2022

I can only get one ankle to my hip at a time; is there a class that will help me get to full lotus? Thanks!!

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