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Bhujangasana

Bhujaṅgāsana

beginner1 minVATA

Benefits

  • Strengthens the entire spine and back muscles
  • Opens the chest and lungs
  • Stimulates digestive organs
  • Relieves fatigue and stress
  • Tones the kidneys and adrenals

Steps

  1. Lie prone with palms flat below the shoulders.
  2. Feet together, forehead on the mat.
  3. Inhale and slowly lift the chest using back muscles.
  4. Keep elbows slightly bent, shoulders away from ears.
  5. Hold 20–30 seconds, exhale and lower down.

Caution

  • Avoid with recent abdominal surgery or pregnancy.