Camel Pose
Ustrasana
How to
Kneel with hips over the knees, place the hands on the lower back or reach for the heels, and lift the chest toward the ceiling as the head releases back.
Benefits
- Opens the chest, shoulders and hip flexors
- Strengthens the back body
- Counters a forward-hunched posture
Practice
Hold for 3-5 breaths. Keep the neck long rather than crunching it; come up slowly to avoid dizziness.
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General information, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or pain, talk to a doctor or qualified teacher first.
