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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: Gently arch your back by dropping your belly toward the floor while lifting your chest and tailbone toward the ceiling.
Find your pose
- 01Start on all fours with wrists under shoulders and knees under hips.
- 02Inhale, drop your belly toward the mat.
- 03Lift your chest and tailbone toward the ceiling.
- 04Hold for a few breaths, then release.
Keep in mind
- Keep arms straight throughout.
- Broaden your chest and collarbones.
- Initiate the movement from your pelvis.
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.