Low Backbend

Sanskrit: Swanasana Prep
Difficulty: Beginner
Category: Backbend

Benefits

Gently mobilizes the spine. Warms up the back muscles. Prepares for deeper backbends.

Steps

  1. From Downward Dog
  2. Lower hips and roll shoulders forward
  3. Come into a low Chaturanga push-up position
  4. Inhale and gently roll into Upward Dog
  5. Hold lightly
  6. Repeat 5 times

Tips

This is a flowing movement, not a static hold.

FAQ

What is the purpose of this gentle backbend?
It warms the spine and prepares the body for deeper backbends like Upward Dog and Cobra.

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