The beautiful attitude of a mermaid sitting on a rock is mirrored in the deep hip-opening yoga practice known as “mermaid pose.” It is a demanding yet rewarding position that calls for a blend of strength, flexibility, and balance. The mermaid position engages the core, opens the chest and shoulders, and works the hip flexors, glutes, and quads. Advanced yogis love the mermaid posture, also called Eka Pada Rajakapotasana, as it blends aspects of elegance, power, and flexibility.