Yoga for a youthful physique
This asana strengthens the spine and reverses the ageing process
Sarpasana, which means "snake pose" is based on the movements of a snake, and focuses on strengthening the spine and making it supple. The youthfulness of a person is determined by the condition of their spine. As life takes its toll on us, we gradually start to stoop forward and the spine starts to become hunched. When practised regularly, sarpasana works on reversing this process giving one a more youthful physique.
Sarpasana
- Lie on stomach with arms stretched in front, head facing forward.
- Interlock fingers behind back.
- Inhale and roll shoulders back, lift arms backwards and upwards, and raise chest off the floor as much as possible.
- Hold the final posture for 30 seconds breathing normally. Exhale and gently lower yourself back to the starting position. Repeat once more.
Benefits
- It strengthens the back and stretches the shoulders.
- It corrects the posture, particularly rounded or drooping shoulders.
- This asana opens the lungs and is greatly beneficial in asthma or bronchitis.
Note: People suffering from peptic ulcer, hernia, heart condition or high blood pressure should not practise this posture.
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