Yoga postures utilize many easy-to-learn techniques suitable for all ages, allowing us to exercise in a simple and relaxing way. Let's begin today's lesson—the Bow Pose.
The pose is named for its resemblance to a drawn bow, with the torso and legs forming the bow and the arms representing the bowstring.
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-Stretch the entire front of your body, including your ankles, thighs, groin, abdomen, chest, and throat.
-Strengthen back muscles
- Improve posture
- Stimulates abdominal organs and neck
This pose allows for a full backbend of the spine, which is often very stiff in older people who lack opportunities to practice backbends in yoga. This pose can restore spinal flexibility and strengthen abdominal organs. Furthermore, those with herniated discs can alleviate pain by practicing this pose regularly, avoiding mandatory rest or surgery.
Contraindications/Warnings
High blood pressure or low blood pressure
Migraine
-Insomnia
- Severe lower back or neck injury
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