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When performing the Cobra Pose the head and trunk
arch and the spine stretches powerfully and the
abdominal organs together with the surrounding
musculature receive a thorough massage. This pose is
recommended for pain and to relieve constipation as well
as to treat menstrual irregularities.
To precede with this exercise keep the shoulders down,
the face relaxed and the elbows tucked to the body. Lie
down with the legs together and place the palms of the
hands on the shoulders and rest the forehead on the
floor.
While inhaling slowly move the head upwards, brushing
the nose and then the chin against the floor. Then, lift
the hands and make use of the back muscles to raise the
chest as high as possible. After holding the breath for
a few moments, exhale, and slowly return to the first
position.
While inhaling, return to the previous position, this
time use the hands to push the trunk up. Push the body
upwards until it is bending from the middle of the spine
and try to hold that position for two to three breaths
and then exhale and come down slowly.
Raise the trunk again while inhaling deeply. Try this
time to bend the back until it bends from the neck to
the base of the spine. Hold the position for as long as
it remains comfortable. Breathing normally slowly return
to the initial position and relax.
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Yoga Health
History of Yoga
Yoga Health Benefits
Yoga Positions for Beginners
Yoga Bow Pose
Yoga Bridge Pose
Yoga Cobra Pose
Yoga Easy Pose
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