05/25/2024
Ustra = 🐫Camel : Asana = Posture or Pose
Pronounced : Oohs-tra-aa-sun-aa
Ustrasana is an intermediate level back-bending yoga posture known to open Anahata (Heart chakra). ❤️
❓How to do Camel Pose (Ustrasana)
1️⃣ Kneel on the yoga mat and place your hands on the hips.
2️⃣ Your knees should be in line with the shoulders and the sole of your feet should be facing the ceiling.
3️⃣ As you inhale, draw in your tail-bone towards the p***s as if being pulled from the navel.
4️⃣ Simultaneously, arch your back and slide your palms over your feet till the arms are straight.
5️⃣ Do not strain or flex your neck but keep it in a neutral position.
6️⃣ Stay in this posture for a couple of breaths.
7️⃣ Breathe out and slowly come back to the initial pose. Withdraw your hands and bring them back to your hips as you straighten up.
🐫Camel Pose (Ustrasana) for Beginners
You may place a cushion below your knees to ease your way into the pose.
