The final posture in the spine strengthening series, Floor Bow Posture really defines what it means to stretch the body 360 degrees.
Benefits of Floor Bow Pose
- Increases circulation to the heart and lungs
- Improves oxygen intake
- Opens diaphragm and expands the chest region
- Improves respiratory conditions
- Opens shoulder joint
- Improves digestion
- Helps to correct bad posture
- Strengthens concentration and mental determination
- Develops internal balance and harmony
Tips for Floor Bow Pose
- During the setup, make sure the distance between your knees and feet is within shoulder width
- Make sure to keep your wrists straight which is only possible by grabbing the feet with your fingers, not your palms
- Make sure your hips aren’t tilted to one side
- Point or flex your toes toward the mirror, not the ceiling
- Try to relax your neck and drop your head back as much as possible
- Try to look for your toes and use equal strength in both legs to kick
More on Floor Bow Pose
- How Do You Do That Posture? Floor Bow Pose
- Bikram Yogis: Take Your Practice to the Next Level
Previous Yoga Pose: Full Locust Pose
Next Yoga Pose: Fixed Firm Pose