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Asana

Ustrasana

उष्ट्रासनউষ্ট্রাসন

Intermediate
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About this Practice

Camel Pose — a deep backbend that powerfully opens the chest, stretches the hip flexors, and strengthens the back. One of the most effective counter-poses to prolonged sitting.

How to Practise

  1. 1

    Kneel on floor, hips over knees.

  2. 2

    Hands on lower back, fingers pointing down.

  3. 3

    Inhale, lift chest and arc spine back.

  4. 4

    If comfortable, reach back for heels.

  5. 5

    Hold 3–5 breaths. Come up slowly on inhale.

Benefits

  • Opens chest and hip flexors
  • Strengthens back muscles
  • Improves posture
  • Stimulates kidneys and adrenals
  • Energises and lifts mood

⚠️ Cautions & Contraindications

High or low blood pressure. Migraine. Serious neck or back injury.

Want to learn this under guidance?

All practices in this library are taught systematically at Nibedita Yoga Training Centre.