There are many postures that bend the spine forwards and backwards, but often the lateral twisting motion is neglected. Ardha-Matsyendrasana is the ninth posture, providing a powerful twist to the spine while massaging the abdominal organs and stimulating digestion. Benefits: Keeps the spine elastic Sends a rich supply of blood…
The Bow is the eighth posture, the last backbending posture in the series after the Cobra and Locust. It completes the basic back bending series providing a full bend to all parts of the back. Simultaneously this asana stretches the front of the body: neck, legs, arms and shoulders. Benefits: Gives…
This is the seventh posture in the sequence and the second backbend after Bhujangasana. This asana brings flexibility to the cerival spine (the neck) while strengthening and flexing the lower back (lumbar spine) and muscles around the sacrum. It is especially good if you spend a lot of time standing or sitting,…
The Cobra is the sixth posture. Bhujang means cobra in Sanskrit, as the complete posture resembles a cobra. It is the first backbend in the sequence, focusing on flexing the upper spine and strengthening the muscles of the lower back. Imagine the smooth movement of a snake as you stretch up,…
