Locust Flow

Śalabhāsana — dynamic

Locust Flow
CategoryWarm-Up TypeStrength LevelBeginner Hold50 sec MusclesBack, Legs, Core BreathingInhale to lift, exhale to lower

How to do it

  1. EnterLie on your belly, arms alongside your body, palms down, forehead on the mat.
  2. HoldInhale, lift your chest, arms, and legs off the floor all at once, reaching the crown of your head forward and your feet back. Exhale, gently lower down. Keep your legs straight and active, neck in line with your spine.
  3. ExitLower down to the floor and relax your whole back.

Benefits

Engages the entire back of the body with short lifts.

Cautions

  • Lumbar disc herniation
  • Pregnancy
  • High blood pressure

This site is for general information and is not medical advice. If you have pain, an injury, a chronic condition, or are pregnant, check with a qualified professional before practicing.

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