Dhanurasana

Bow Pose

Benefits

  • Full spinal articulation backward bending, 360 degrees against the force of gravitation – improves the flexibility and range of motion of the whole spine coccyx to the neck
  • Stimulates internal organs
  • Opens the throat, chest and heart, rejuvenating throat chakra – boosts the immune system
  • Opening the chest and allows maximum expansion of lungs for maximum oxygen intake
  • Improves digestive function
  • Relief for menstrual problems
  • The most potent way to heal the spine
  • Prevents and/or helps cure lumbago, arthritis and cervical spondylosis
  • Improves the flexibility of the scapula, latissimus dorsi, deltoid, and trapezius muscles
  • Revitalizes the nervous system – reenergizes the spine