Cobra Yoga Pose Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Gluteus Maximus, Erector Spinae
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2.5
- Alternate Names
- Bhujangasana
How to: Cobra Yoga Pose
- Lie flat on your stomach with your legs extended behind you.
- Place your hands under your shoulders, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Inhale and gently press through your hands to lift your chest off the ground.
- Keep your hips grounded and lengthen your spine.
- Hold the position for several breaths before releasing.
Common Mistakes
- Overextending the neck by looking forward.
- Lifting the chest too high without engaging the core.
- Allowing the hips to sag towards the ground.
Modifications
- Modify the depth of the backbend based on comfort.
- Use a yoga block under your hands for support.
Tips
- Keep your shoulders relaxed and avoid shrugging them towards your ears.
- Engage your core while lifting to protect your lower back.
- Breathe deeply and hold the stretch for a few breaths.
Cobra Yoga Pose Alternatives
Tags
yoga
stretching
abdominal
back
mobility
beginner