This asana increases the flexibility of the spine, opens up the chest and shoulders, and gently stimulates the lungs, vital organs, and digestive system. Bhujangasana increases the blood circulation, generating heat in the system which helps build immunity and core strength.
Backward Bending
Bow Pose (Dhanurasana)
One of the key yoga poses that come under the category of ‘back bending asanas’, Dhanurasana (Dhanurāsana) works to open up the chest while stretching the arms, legs, spine, and shoulders, all at the same time. This pose is named after an archer’s bow as the word ‘dhanu’ means bow in Sanskrit.