What is bhujangasana yoga exercise?
Bhujangasana, also known as the cobra pose, is a yoga pose that resembles a cobra with its head raised. Begin by lying on your stomach with your legs straight and your palms on the floor under your shoulders. As you inhale, press into your hands and slowly lift your chest off the floor and arch your back. This yoga pose is great for overall health.
In addition to the benefits listed above, the cobra pose may also provide the following benefits:
Stretches the shoulders, chest and abdomen.
Relieves lower back tension.
Strengthens arms and shoulders.
Increases flexibility of the spine.
Improve menstrual disorders.
Firming butt.
Improves blood circulation, especially in the spine and pelvic area.
Reduces sciatica symptoms.
How to do bhujangasana cobra pose?
Cobra pose is best practiced early in the morning or late in the evening, 4-5 hours after eating to allow food to be digested. Follow these steps:
1. Lie face down on the mat. Stretch your legs back so your toes touch the floor. Relax your arms and keep them close to your body.
2. Place your hands on the mat, palms down under your chest. Apply pressure to keep your thighs and hips close to the floor.
3. Then, use the strength of your arms to slowly lift your upper body up.
4. Continue pushing your body up until you feel a stretch. Pull your shoulders back and squeeze your hips.
5. Hold this position for 15 - 30 seconds, repeat as many times as you can.
