BeginnerSanskrit: Bhujangasana
Cobra Pose
A gentle backbend that opens the chest and strengthens the spine.
Benefits
Strengthens spine
Opens chest
Relieves fatigue
Improves digestion
Contraindications
Avoid or modify this pose if you have any of the following conditions:
- Back injury
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Pregnancy
How to Practice
Enter the pose mindfully, paying attention to your breath. Hold for 5-10 breaths, or as long as comfortable. Never force the pose and back off if you feel sharp pain.
Use props as needed to modify the pose for your body. Remember that yoga is a practice of self-awareness, not self-judgment.
