Bow Pose

Bow Pose

Dhanurasana · धनुरासन

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Bow Pose

Dhanurasana · धनुरासन

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Backbend
Level

Intermediate

Body

Backbend

How to practice

Try a small Locust as preparation: lie on your belly and gently lift your chest with your arms beside you. Keep your neck long and breathe.

Benefits

Strengthens the back of the body and stretches the chest, front hips, and thighs.

Who should avoid or modify

  • Avoid during pregnancy or with abdominal, knee, or back pain. Lift through the chest without forcing the feet upward or compressing the lower back.

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