6. Cobra Stretch:
Do you suffer from chronic back pain? Cobra Pose could be the solution you’ve been looking for! This fantastic counteraction stretch for your spine and chest can help relieve pressure off the lower back and encourage better spinal alignment. In a recent study, participants who practiced yoga for 12 weeks experienced significant improvement in their lower back pain and even reported lower levels of pain-related anxiety. Don’t let chronic pain hold you back – try Cobra Pose today!
How to:
- Lie face down on your mat.
- Place your forearms on the ground directly under your shoulders and parallel to each other.
- Straighten your legs back behind you, keeping them hip-width apart.
- Spread your toes wide and press the tops of your feet into the mat.
- Firm up your leg muscles, and roll your inner thighs up while bringing your outer thighs down. Lengthen your lower back by pressing your tailbone towards your feet.
- To lift your chest up, press down into your forearms. Sphinx Pose can help improve posture and relieve lower back pain.
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