‘Bhujanga’ means cobra. The final position of this āsana resembles the shape of a cobra. Hence it is named as Bhujangasana.
Bhujangasana
Stages for Practice
- Lie down in the prone position.
- Join the feet and bend the arms at the elbow, place the palms near the chest on the floor.
- Slowly raise the head, neck and shoulders. Raise the trunk up to the navel.
- Maintain the posture for as long as comfortable. Then slowly bring the body down on the ground. • Relax in makrasana.
Dos and Don’ts
- Keep the elbows parallel to each other and pointed upward.
- Normal breathing should be continued.
- Avoid this practice in case of hernia and abdominal injuries.
- Do not raise body below the navel.
- Do not straighten your elbows and move slowly.
Benefits
- This is good for stress management.
- It is beneficial for relieving flatulence after meals.
- It can relocate the slipped disc, removes backache and keeps the spine supple and healthy.
- It tones the ovaries and uterus, and helps alleviate menstrual and other gynaecological disorders.
- It improves the lung capacity.
