The first posture in the spine strengthening series, Cobra Pose increases flexibility and strengthens.
Benefits of Cobra Pose
- Improves concentration
- Massages and tones the back muscles
- Increases spinal strength and flexibility
- Helps prevent lower backache
- May help to cure lumbago, rheumatism, and arthritis of the spine
- May also relieve menstrual problems
- May help to cure bad posture and loss of appetite
- Improves the functioning of the liver and spleen
- Strengthens the deltoids, trapezius and triceps
Tips for Cobra Pose
- Fingers should be together and no farther than the tops of your shoulders
- Look up to the ceiling, using your spine strength to lift yourself rather than your arm strength
- It’s very common for the belly button up off the floor in this posture – it’s a body proportion thing
- Make sure that your arms are “L-shaped” at 90 degrees from the side
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