Dhanurasana or Bow Pose
is the perfect choice for people who have a forward-leaning tendency, because of continuously sitting in front of a computer or desk for longer hours. Backbends help to successfully counteract this tendency that the desk workers develop. Dhanurasana is also a good choice if you suffer from Repetitive Stress Injuries, because here, you don’t put pressure on the wrists.
How to Do Bow Pose
Backbends stretch the front part of the body including the abdomen, chest and quadriceps. It also improves spinal flexibility.
Instructions:
1. Lie on the stomach, by placing a blanket or a towel as padding.
2. Stretch your hands backwards and take hold of the ankles.
3. Inhale, and draw the torso and legs up from the floor simultaneously.
4. If you can, rest the thighs on the floor.
For an advanced form of this asana, try taking hold of opposite ankles.
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