Yoga Position: Cobra/Elbows bent

Yoga

Exercise Description:
Yoga Position: Cobra/Elbows bent

Classification:
Yoga

Instruction:
Lie on the floor prone. Place the big toes together and allow the heels to relax to the side. Soften the buttocks and the lower legs. Place the hands just behind the shoulders, inhale and lift the spine keeping the elbows bent and tucked in towards the ribcage. Only go as far as the hips will stay on the floor. Keep the shoulders down away from the ears and the chest open. Look forward or look up. Evenly press down through all fingers, palms and thumbs. Keep the lower legs relaxed. Maintain here for 5 to 10 deep breaths.

Side Note:
Rejuvenates the spine and increases mobility in the lumbar and the thoracic spine. Tones the internal organs. Increases blood supply in the vertebrae and spine.

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