According to Himalayan yoga expert Siddhaa Akshar, India, firefly pose helps strengthen the arms, shoulders and core. It requires you to support your entire body weight with your hands, engaging the deltoids, triceps, and biceps. The core muscles, including the abdominals and lower back, must also be engaged to maintain balance and stability in the posture
What health benefits does firefly pose have?
In addition to strengthening the arms and core, firefly pose also offers a number of health benefits:
- Improves overall body balance and sense of body position in space.
- Helps improve posture and alignment as it requires you to align your joints properly and engage your entire body.
- The inversion in this pose can help improve blood circulation, bringing a feeling of calm and focus.
Who should avoid doing firefly pose?
People with the following health conditions or problems should avoid firefly pose:
Wrist or shoulder injury : This position puts significant pressure on the wrists and shoulders, which can aggravate existing injuries.
High blood pressure : This position can temporarily increase blood pressure because it increases blood flow toward the head, placing strain on the shoulders and neck.
Pregnancy : This pose involves strong abdominal contractions and inversions.
