Every time I approach a public toilet, I thank goodness for awkward chair pose. This pose builds the exact strengths you need for perching yourself while you use a public toilet without coming in contact with anything you don't want to. After practicing this pose for awhile, your legs will no longer quake and you can relieve yourself without coming in contact with anything unsavory. Raising your arms is optional.
Useful Yoga Poses - Yoga Poses You Can Really Use
By Ann Pizer, About.com
Updated: March 21, 2009
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Sure, it's great to be able to stand on your head, but how often does this skill come in handy in your daily life? Here are some yoga poses you can really use to improve your quality of life.
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- Awkward Chair Pose - Utkatasana
- Cow Face Arms - Gomukhasana Arms
- Half Lotus Tree Pose
- Standing Big Toe Pose - Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana
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