Starting Position:
Lie on the abdomen

Concentration:
on the muscles of the back

Breath:
coordinated with the movement

Repetitions:
5 times

Practice:
Remain lying on the abdomen. Straighten the arms out sideways at shoulder height. The legs are slightly apart. >Inhaling raise the head, arms and legs at the same time. >Exhaling slowly lower the head, arms and legs to the floor.

Benefits:
Strengthens the muscles of the back, arms and legs. Stretches the muscles of the chest and stimulates the whole body. Helpful for low blood pressure and relieves fatigue.

Caution:
Avoid practicing this exercise with high blood pressure, hernia or acute back problems.

Asana is included in the following categories:
Asanas and Exercises for Low Blood Pressure