The Cobra Pose

Bhujangasana or Cobra Pose is a back centric exercise or back-bending asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise. It is commonly performed in a cycle of asanas in Surya Namaskar as an alternative to Urdhva Mukha Svanasana.

Let me first start with how we can attain the cobra pose…
One can commence by lying flat on their stomach on a comfortable and equally levelled surface or floor but the most preferable one will be a yoga mat. Then one needs to make sure that their feet are together with the top of their feet pressed against the floor. Then we need to Spread our hands on the floor placing it under our shoulders and then hug our elbows against our rib cage. Then Close your eyes and take a deep, long inhalation breath. Then Feel the peace and stability in your pelvis, thighs and tops of your feet. One needs to keep them rooted to the ground throughout Bhujangasana. Then, we just need to exhale gradually before opening your eyes. Continue breathing slow and deep.
As you inhale, steadily straighten your arms and lift your chest from the floor. We need to be considerate while. We also need to ensure not to fully straighten them if this feels uncomfortable. Rather, we can extend through and deepen your stretch to create a graceful, even arc in your back. Then we need to press our tailbone toward your pubis and lift your pubis toward your navel, narrowing your hips. Keep your shoulders broad, but relaxed, with the blades low on your back. Just Breathe calmly and hold here for 5 to 10 breaths. As you exhale, gently release your body back to the floor. This might sound difficult but just try it!! It is really not difficult!!!
This cobra pose has multiple benefits both physiologically and psychologically.
As seen in its procedure, this yoga pose Stretches muscles in the shoulders, chest and abdominals. This leads to toning of muscles in these areas and hence, discards off the excess adipose tissue deposited there. This cobra pose also decreases stiffness of the lower back by stretching and relaxing the muscles of lower back. This posture of yoga also Strengthens the arms and shoulders of those performing it. Also let me tell you that the continuous practice of this posture increases our overall body flexibility and strength. Yoga and meditation are always associated with release of oxytocin i.e. the good hormone in our body. This automatically
• Increases flexibility
• Improves menstrual irregularities
• Elevates mood
• Firms and tones the buttocks
• Invigorates the heart
• Stimulates organs in the abdomen, like the kidneys
• Relieves stress and fatigue
• Opens the chest and helps to clear the passages of the heart and lungs
• Improves circulation of blood and oxygen, especially throughout the spinal and pelvic regions
• Improves digestion
• Strengthens the spine
• Soothes sciatica
• Helps to ease symptoms of asthma

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