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Sphinx Pose

Salamba Bhujangasana

Backbends

How to

Lie face down and prop up on the forearms, elbows under the shoulders, letting the chest lift gently while the hips and legs stay grounded.

Benefits

  • A gentle entry point to backbends
  • Strengthens the lower back gradually
  • Stretches the chest and abdomen

Practice

Hold for 1-3 minutes, keeping the shoulders drawing down away from the ears.

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