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: A standard bridge (backbend) where the performer reaches back to grab their own ankles, requiring intense shoulder and spinal flexibility.

: A deep, forward-bending pose with legs positioned behind the shoulders. contortionist-poses-names

Contortion poses are typically categorized into (compressing the front of the body) and backbending (extending the spine backward) . While many poses share roots with yoga, contortion-specific variations focus on extreme spinal flexion and specialized balance. Iconic Backbending Poses : A standard bridge (backbend) where the performer

: A seated forward fold with the torso pressed flat to the floor. While many poses share roots with yoga, contortion-specific

: An extreme backbend—often done in a handstand or chest stand—where the top of the head touches the performer's buttocks.

: A, compact, layered pose where limbs are tightly intertwined.

: A foundational move requiring pulling the foot to the chin. How to become a Contortionist! | Contortion Tutorial