Sanskrit Name: Urdhva Dhanurasana
English Translation: Upward Facing Bow
Urdhva - Upward
Dhanura - Bow
Asana - Posture
How to:
Begin laying on the back. Bend the knees so that the feet are within reaching distance of the hands, and place the hands alongside the ears.
On an inhale, press evenly into the hands and into the feet and lift up. Hold for 5 breaths.
Exhale to come down.
Walk the hands in, if desired, and repeat 3-5 times.
End with a forward fold to reset the spine.
Benefits
Strengthens the spine
Opens the hips
Mobilizes the shoulders
Increases energy
