Postura del Camello
Ustrasana
oosh-TRAH-sah-nah
Una extension de espalda profunda que abre toda la parte frontal del cuerpo y el centro del corazon.
Como hacer Postura del Camello
- Arrodillate con las rodillas separadas al ancho de las caderas
- Mete los dedos de los pies o presiona los empeines contra el suelo
- Coloca las manos en la zona lumbar
- Eleva el pecho hacia el techo
- Si te sientes comodo, estira las manos hacia atras para agarrar los talones
Benefits
- Opens the chest, shoulders, and entire front body
- Stretches the hip flexors, abdomen, and quadriceps
- Strengthens the back muscles and glutes
- Stimulates the thyroid and improves respiratory capacity
- Can help relieve mild anxiety and fatigue
Muscles Engaged
Modifications
- Keep hands on the lower back for support instead of reaching for the heels
- Place blocks beside the ankles (on their highest setting) to bring the heels closer to the hands
- Tuck the toes under to elevate the heels and make them easier to reach
Cautions
- Avoid with serious lower back or neck injuries
- Use caution with high or low blood pressure
- Not recommended with chronic migraines triggered by neck extension