Salabhasana (Locust Pose) yoga pose – Asana Atlas
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Yoga pose

Salabhasana

Locust Pose

Category: Backbend Difficulty: Beginner Level: Beginner

About Salabhasana

Salabhasana, or Locust Pose, is a prone backbending pose that strengthens the back and core. It enhances spinal alignment and promotes vitality through focused effort.

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Benefits

Mind: Enhances focus and mindfulness through sustained effort and breath. Spirit: Promotes vitality and inner strength. Body: Strengthens back, glutes, and core; improves spinal…

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Instructions

1. Lie face down, legs extended, tops of feet pressing into the mat. 2. Place arms alongside the body, palms up, or under the torso, palms pressing down. 3. Inhale, lift head, chest, arms, and legs off the…

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Precautions

Avoid with lower back or neck injuries. Modify with a blanket under the pelvis or lifting one leg at a time. Do not overarch the lower back to prevent strain.

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