What is the Sanskrit name for Cat-Cow Pose?

The Sanskrit name for Cat-Cow Pose is Marjaryasana-Bitilasana, pronounced "mar-jar-ee-AH-sah-nah bee-tee-LAH-sah-nah". This restorative pose is classified as beginner level.

Is Cat-Cow Pose suitable for beginners?

Yes, Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana) is a beginner-friendly pose and a great restorative posture for those new to yoga.

What are the benefits of Cat-Cow Pose?

Cat-Cow Pose is a restorative pose that promotes deep relaxation, relieves stress, and aids recovery.

Katze-Kuh

Marjaryasana-Bitilasana

mar-jar-ee-AH-sah-nah bee-tee-LAH-sah-nah

Anfanger Regenerativ

Ein sanfter Aufwärm-Flow, der die Beweglichkeit der Wirbelsäule fördert und Spannungen löst.

Anleitung fur Katze-Kuh

Beginne im Vierfüßlerstand auf Händen und Knien
Einatmen: Bauch senken, Brust und Steißbein heben (Kuh)
Ausatmen: Rücken runden, Kinn und Steißbein einziehen (Katze)
Fließe mit dem Atem zwischen den Haltungen
Wiederhole 5-10 Runden

Benefits

Increases spinal flexibility and mobility
Warms up the spine and core for deeper poses
Massages the abdominal organs and improves digestion
Relieves tension in the neck, shoulders, and back
Coordinates breath with movement, building pranayama awareness

Muscles Engaged

Erector spinaeRectus abdominisTrapeziusSerratus anteriorHip flexors

Modifications

Place a folded blanket under the knees for cushioning
Use fists instead of flat palms to reduce wrist pressure
Perform a seated version in a chair by placing hands on knees for office-friendly spinal mobilization

Cautions

Avoid extreme arching in Cow if you have a herniated disc; keep the movement gentle
Use caution with neck injuries; keep the neck neutral instead of looking up or tucking deeply
Those with wrist pain should use fists or forearms instead

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