Five-Pointed Star is the wide standing pose with straight legs and arms stretched out to the sides, so your head, hands and feet make the five points. Erin uses it constantly as the pivot between Warrior 2 and Wide-Legged Forward Fold.
How to do Five-Pointed Star
- Take a wide stance with your toes turned out slightly.
- Reach your arms out to the sides at shoulder height.
- Turn your palms to face out and spread your fingers wide.
- Lengthen up through the crown of your head.
- Keep your legs active.
Common mistakes
- Locking the knees hard.
- Letting the shoulders creep up toward the ears.
Make it easier
- Bring your stance in a little narrower, or keep your hands on your hips.
Practice Five-Pointed Star in a free class
87 of Erin's classes include Five-Pointed Star. These are the most practiced. The time shows where it comes up.
Vigorous Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class (30 min)
35 Min Complete Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class
Yoga for Strength & Tone Class
30 Minute Slow Flow Yoga Class
Moon Salutations Yoga Class
30 Minute Power Vinyasa Yoga Class
Yoga for Runners (and Everyone Else!)
Constant Flow Yoga Class - 30 Minutes
Strength & Stretch for Hips & Butt Yoga Class
A Quick Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class
Flow & Stretch Yoga Class
Go with the Flow Yoga ClassFive-Pointed Star: common questions
How do you do Five-Pointed Star?
Take a wide stance with your toes turned out slightly. Reach your arms out to the sides at shoulder height. Turn your palms to face out and spread your fingers wide. Lengthen up through the crown of your head.
Is there an easier version of Five-Pointed Star?
Yes. Bring your stance in a little narrower, or keep your hands on your hips.
What are the most common Five-Pointed Star mistakes?
Locking the knees hard. Letting the shoulders creep up toward the ears.
Where can I practice Five-Pointed Star in a free class?
87 free Five Parks Yoga classes include Five-Pointed Star. The most practiced is Vigorous Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class (30 min).
Move within what feels right for your body, and check with your doctor if you have an injury.
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