An advanced backbend that creates a full arch of the entire spine, opening the chest, shoulders, and hip flexors while building tremendous strength.
Strengthens arms, wrists, legs, and spine. Opens chest and shoulders. Energizes the body. Stimulates thyroid and pituitary glands.
Lie on back. Place hands by ears, fingers pointing toward shoulders. Plant feet hip-width. Press firmly into hands and feet, lifting hips and head. Straighten arms fully. Press thighs parallel, roll inner thighs in.
Warm up thoroughly with bridge, camel, and sphinx first. Engage legs as strongly as arms. Keep breathing throughout. Come down slowly, tucking chin.
Hold 3-8 breaths; practice 1-3 times
Wrist injuries, back injuries, carpal tunnel, headaches, pregnancy