Bhujangasana
Bhujangasana (pronunciation: boo-jang-gahs-uh-nuh), also known as the Cobra Pose, is a common Hatha yoga posture. The term Bhujangasana comes from the Sanskrit words 'bhujanga' which means serpent or snake, and 'asana' meaning posture or seat.
Etymology
The term Bhujangasana is derived from the Sanskrit word 'bhujanga' which translates to 'snake' or 'serpent' and 'asana' which means 'posture' or 'seat'. This is due to the resemblance of the pose to a cobra with its hood raised.
Description
Bhujangasana is a reclining back-bending asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise. It is commonly performed in a cycle of asanas in Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) as an alternative to Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward Dog Pose).
Technique
To perform Bhujangasana, one must lie prone on the ground. The palms are placed next to the chest. The legs and pelvic region are firmly pressed against the floor. While inhaling, the chest is lifted off the floor by straightening the arms. The gaze is directed upwards, and the back is arched. The pose is released on an exhalation.
Benefits
Practicing Bhujangasana can have several benefits. It strengthens the spine, stretches the chest, shoulders, and abdomen, firms the buttocks, and can help to relieve stress and fatigue. It can also soothe sciatica, and can be therapeutic for asthma.
Related Terms
- Hatha Yoga: A branch of yoga that emphasizes physical exercises to master the body along with mind exercises to withdraw it from external objects.
- Surya Namaskar: Also known as Sun Salutation, it is a sequence of 12 powerful yoga poses with profound benefits that have been written about for thousands of years.
- Urdhva Mukha Svanasana: Also known as Upward Dog Pose, it is a back-bending asana in modern yoga as exercise.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bhujangasana
- Wikipedia's article - Bhujangasana
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