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Cat cow pose

Beginner
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Starting position: Begin on your hands and knees in a tabletop position with wrists directly under shoulders and knees under hips. Execution: Alternate between arching your back and looking up (cow pose) and rounding your spine while tucking your chin to chest (cat pose).

Find your pose

  1. 01Start on all fours with wrists under shoulders and knees under hips.
  2. 02Inhale, drop your belly toward the mat, lift your chest and tailbone (Cow).
  3. 03Exhale, round your spine toward the ceiling, tuck your chin and tailbone (Cat).
  4. 04Continue flowing between Cat and Cow with each breath.

Keep in mind

  • Keep arms straight throughout the movement.
  • Initiate the movement from your pelvis.
  • Move slowly and synchronize with your breath.

Move within a comfortable range and stop if you feel pain. Seek guidance from a qualified professional if you have an injury or health condition.