3 min readNew DelhiMay 2, 2026 05:57 PM ISTMaster Shilpa Shetty’s Baby Grasshopper yoga pose. (Source: Instagram/@therealshilpashetty)Shilpa Shetty’s yoga series on Instagram has opened up a whole new world of moves that we had no idea about. From the Gatyatmak Hanumand Dand to Vatayanasana, Vyaghrasana to Utthan Pristhasan and Anjaneyasana, the Sukhee actor has stretched herself out on the mat time and again. Her latest video explores the benefits of Bala Parsva Bhuja Dandasana, and we are diligently taking notes. “Hold steady… or try to ,” Shetty captioned her post, listing out the benefits of regularly doing this exercise:• Strengthens the arms, wrists, shoulders, and core muscles.• Opens the hips and improves flexibility in the spine, legs, thighs, and hamstrings.• Stimulates the digestive and reproductive systems.• Improves focus, concentration, and willpowerAccording to Vamsi Krishna Gadwala, Co-founder of Tapasvi Yogashram, Bala Parsva Bhuja Dandasana, or the Baby Grasshopper Pose, is an advanced arm-balancing posture. It helps build strength in the arms, shoulders and wrists. “It deeply activates and strengthens the core, improves balance, coordination and body awareness, stimulates digestive organs through the twisting action,” he elaborated, adding that it also enhances focus, discipline and mental stability, and develops both physical and mental resilience. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty)How to do the pose?Gadwala shared a beginner stage guideline on how to ace the baby grasshopper pose: Start with Malasana (yogic squat) to open the hips. Practice gentle spinal twists to build mobility. Work on basic arm balances like Bakasana (Crow Pose) to build arm and core strength.Scale up:1. From a squat, twist the torso and place the opposite elbow outside the knee.2. Place both palms on the ground and begin shifting weight forward.3. Practice lifting one foot at a time while maintaining the twist.4. Focus on core engagement and balance rather than full extension.Advance scaling up:1. From the twisted squat, plant both palms firmly.2. Shift your weight forward and lift both feet off the ground.3. Extend the legs to one side while balancing on the arms.4. Keep the spine active, gaze forward, and breath steady.ALSO READ | ‘Hip hip…no hooray藍’: Shilpa Shetty throws a quick mobility challenge to kickstart 2026Do’s and Don’ts to keep in mind:According to Gadwala, here are some basic precautions to keep in mind before you get inspired by Shetty and try your hand at it:1. Avoid this posture if you have wrist, shoulder, elbow or lower back injuries.2. Always warm up the wrists, shoulders, hips and spine thoroughly.3. Do not jump into the pose, this is an advanced arm balance requiring gradual progression.4. Engage the core to protect the joints and avoid collapsing into the shoulders.5. Practice under proper guidance, especially if you are a beginner.6. Pregnant practitioners or those with high blood pressure should avoid deep twists.Story continues below this adDISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your fitness practitioner before starting any routine. For more lifestyle news, click here to join our WhatsApp Channel and also follow us on Instagram© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:Shilpa ShettyyogaAdvertisementLoading Recommendations...May 02: Latest News01Thomas Cup: Lakshya Sen, Satwik-Chirag overcome doubts and disappointments, take matters into their own hands to put India on road to victory02Thomas Cup: How Ayush Shetty came of age on the big stage, taking India to the semifinals with a display of maturity and composure03Imprisoned Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi transferred to hospital04Russian Athletics Federation announces India tie-up, AFI says no MoU signed05Slow-healing wounds, hair loss, and cold toes: When to see a doctor for potential heart issuesAdvertisementLive BlogIPL 2026 CSK vs MI LIVE Score, Playing 11 Updates: Will Dhoni, Rohit be back as Chennai face off with Mumbai at Chepauk?4 minutes agoMaharashtra MSBSHSE HSC 12th Result 2026 LIVE Updates: Link active now, check at hscresult.mkcl.org11 minutes agoAssembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: BJP, TMC supporters clash in South 24 Parganas; heavy security deployed16 minutes agoBseodisha.ac.in, BSE Odisha Class 10th Result 2026 LIVE Updates: Results out, direct link active soon at results.odisha.gov.in16 minutes agoIran-US War Ceasefire Live Updates: US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, fulfilling Trump’s threat19 minutes ago