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BHUJANGASANA
BSY
Position 7: Bhujangasana (cobra pose) Lower the buttocks and hips to the floor, Straightening the elbows, arch the back and push the chest forward into the cobra pose.
Bend the head back and direct the gaze upward to the eyebrow centre.
The thighs and hips remain on the floor and the arms support the trunk.
Unless the spine is very flexible the arms will remain slightly bent.
Breathing: Inhale while raising the torso and arching the back. Awareness: Physical - on relaxation of the spine.
Spiritual on swadhisthana chakra.
Mantra: Om Hiranya Garbhaya Namaha, salutations to the golden,
cosmic self.
Benefits: This pose keeps the spine supple, improving circulation in the back region and toning the spinal nerves. It tones the reproductive organs, stimulates digestion and relieves constipation. It also tones the liver and massages the kidneys and adrenal glands.
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