Yoga Poses to Release and Strengthen the Psoas

The Psoas Major Muscle is a deep hip flexor that connects the lumbar spine to the femur. It often becomes tight from prolonged sitting, stress, or overuse. Certain yoga poses help lengthen, release, and gently strengthen this muscle.

Practice below Psoas focused yoga poses only under appropriate supervision to ensure safety and effectiveness:

Low Lunge (Anjaneyasana)

Benefits: Deep stretch for the psoas of the back leg

Instructions: Step one foot forward, lower the back knee, and gently sink hips forward while keeping the spine tall

Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I)

Benefits: Lengthens the psoas and hip flexors

Instructions: Bend the front knee, keep the back leg straight, square hips forward, and lift arms overhead

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana)

Benefits: Strengthens glutes which helps reduce psoas overactivity

Instructions: Lie on back, bend knees, press feet into floor, lift hips upward

Camel Pose (Ustrasana)

Benefits: Strong anterior chain and psoas stretch

Instructions: Kneel upright, gently arch back and reach hands toward heels

Reclining Hero Pose (Supta Virasana)

Benefits: One of the deepest passive psoas stretches

Instructions: Sit between heels and slowly lean back onto elbows or floor

Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani)

Benefits: Helps relax and reset the psoas through nervous system calming

Instructions: Lie on back with legs resting vertically against a wall

Tips for PSOAS Release

  • Move slowly and breathe deeply (psoas is connected to the nervous system).

  • Hold poses 30–60 seconds.

  • Avoid aggressive stretching if there is lower back pain.

 Best combination routine:
Low Lunge → Warrior I → Bridge Pose → Camel Pose → Legs Up the Wall.

Disclaimer:The statements provided have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you have serious, acute, or chronic health conditions, please consult a qualified healthcare professional before beginning any new wellness practice. For guidance from a trained Ayurvedic practitioner, Neuromuscular Massage Therapist, or Yoga Instructor, please contact us at holisticavenues@outlook.com. We can help connect you with an appropriate practitioner or therapist. Always consult your physician or licensed healthcare provider before starting any herbal protocol or holistic approach.

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