Dhanurasana

A prone backbend where the hands hold the ankles and the body lifts into the shape of a bow.

Alignment Cues

• 1.Lie prone, bend the knees, and reach back to hold the ankles
• 2.Kick the feet into the hands to lift the chest
• 3.Keep the knees hip-width apart
• 4.Rock gently with the breath
• 5.Gaze forward

Benefits

• +Opens the chest and shoulders
• +Strengthens the back
• +Stretches the hip flexors and abdomen
• +Stimulates the organs of the abdomen and neck