Yoga movements may seem simple to complete, but actually require some strength and skill. The key points of some postures are a little more detailed than when we follow the video. Cobra Pose does not seem that difficult, and there are actually many details in the movements. So do you know what the essentials of the yoga Cobra Pose are? Let’s talk about it today.
First Cobra Pose
First of all, let our body Lie face down on the ground with your chin on the ground. Straighten your legs, feet together, knees straight, and toes pointed backwards. Bend your elbows and place your palms on either side of your chest, keeping them close to the floor.
Then, inhale, press the ground with both hands, lift your head and torso, and hold for two breaths. Inhale again, straighten your arms, lift your head and torso further upward, tighten your anus, straighten your legs, put your body weight on your legs and palms, maintain this posture for 20 seconds, and breathe normally.
Third, exhale, bend your elbows, and return your torso to the ground. Repeat this pose 2-3 times and then relax.
The benefits of practicing cobra pose, Huizhou Lotus Heart Yoga instructor said, this pose can fully expand our chest and fully exercise the spine, which has certain improvement effects on people who have suffered spinal injuries.
Cobra Pose 2
First, complete Cobra Pose 1. Then, exhale, bend your knees, lift your feet, place your weight on your thighs, pelvis and hands, and hold for a few breaths. Then, expand your shoulders and chest, tilt your head back, and stretch your neck toward your feet until the top of your head touches the toes of your feet. Keep your arms straight and keep your body balanced.
Next, press the ground further with your right hand, exhale deeply, raise your left arm and stretch it back, and grab the left kneecap with your left hand; with a few breaths, keep your thigh close to the ground to support the entire weight of the body .
Exhale deeply again, stretch your right arm back, and grab the right kneecap with your right hand. Stretch your neck and lower your head until the top of your head rests on the soles of your feet. Hold your knees with both hands and straighten your arms; press your feet down and return to the ground to straighten them. Stretch your neck, tilt your head as far back as possible, tighten your thighs, and gradually try to bring your knees closer. Spine, chest and shoulders are fully extended. Hold this pose for 15-20 seconds. Finally, bend your knees, release your knees one by one with your hands, return your body to the ground, and relax.
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