{"id":10593,"date":"2019-07-14T12:57:24","date_gmt":"2019-07-14T07:27:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/?p=10593"},"modified":"2023-11-23T15:31:53","modified_gmt":"2023-11-23T10:01:53","slug":"is-yoga-good-for-your-spine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/is-yoga-good-for-your-spine\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Yoga Good for Your Spine?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If your body is a canvas, then Yoga is the paint which can color your life, and help you create a masterpiece.
Move, and Breathe to Transform! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We all have\na framed mindset which doesn\u2019t allow us to focus on the things or body parts\nwhich are neglected. For example, Spine is that part of the body which is the\nmost important, but also the most ignored, because people have devoted all the\ncare and devotion to the exposed parts like face, stomach, legs, hair, etc. In\nshort, outer beauty has dominated our reactions, and moved our attention\ncompletely to something called \u2018the superficial health\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inner health\nmakes the blueprint for outer health, but the impatience in the society has\nonly resulted in subsequent lessons. Ignorance is bliss, but not when it comes\ndown to your body! Yoga is the rescue operation you need to get rid of the\nbasic illness resulting in spine problems such as slipped disc, adolescent\nidiopathic scoliosis, neck strain, lower back pains, cervical issues, etc.\nleading to serious complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yoga is the\ntool which delivers mental, physical, and emotional health, with deep-breathing\nexercises like Pranayama, yoga postures, adjustment and alignment techniques,\nand so on. It is definitely like a natural medicine for the wellness of your\nspine. Let’s go straight to discover a few of the yoga poses which are good for\nyour spine. Remember, self-practice is the key here to improve your mobility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yoga Poses for Spine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cat and Cow Pose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cat to Cow Pose is a\nbreath-synchronized movement which warms up the spine and relieves back and\nneck pains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its Sanskrit name is Marjaryasana to Bitilasana,\nand you can begin this pose by keeping your hands and knees on the floor.\nChange forms from a neutral spine position where you let your head drop down as\nyou curve your back in a C-shape as it goes up as if attached to a hook. This\nis a Cat pose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, reverse the procedure, arch your\nback, and keep your neck forward, butt out. Repeat this procedure at least 10\ntimes as you breathe in- and out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Locust Pose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Locust Pose or Salabhasana helps you\nto strengthen your back and also the buttocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To do this pose, you must lie flat on\nyour stomach over the yoga mat. Now, lift your head, chest, torso, arms, and\nlegs above the ground while placing your stomach exactly where it was by not\nmoving it. Make sure you keep your arms, and legs parallel to each other while\nelongating your body from head to toe. Try to hold this pose for 30 seconds to\nthe minimum, and repeat 3 times to get rid of the back pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read Also:<\/strong> 5 Incredible Health Benefits of Locust Pose (Shalabhasana)<\/a><\/strong><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
Downward Facing Dog Pose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Adho Mukha Svanasana is an asana in\nmodern Yoga which is practiced for multiple body and mind benefits, as it\nincreases the blood circulation from the body to mind, and also makes you feel\nrelaxed through stretching of the arms, hamstrings, calves, shoulders, and\nback. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It keeps your body weight aligned, and helps you to correct your posture by keeping a flat back or a straight spine. This also helps in channelizing the better flow of the energy, and further – an opening of the chakras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Camel Pose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Camel Pose or Ustrasana is a kneeling,\nbackbend asana in Yoga. It stretches the thorax, abdomen, neck, arms and the\ngroin area.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For this pose, kneel down on the yoga\nmat, and keep your spine erect as you bend back by arching your spine, further\nstretching your arms back to touch the ankles which you have placed parallelly\non a shoulder distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The pose increases flexibility in the spine, opens the chest and shoulders, stimulates the nervous system, improves the overall circulation, and digestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spinal Twist Pose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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One of the effective poses for back\nproblems is undoubtedly the Spinal Twist Pose or Marichyasana C. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sit on the ground, and keep your left\nleg forward, and right leg bent with its foot flat on the ground as the knee of\nthe right leg should be in front of your chest. Now, keep your right hand\nbehind your back for support, and then twist to rest your left hand on the\nright leg by locking it. Your twisted elbow must be kept vertical to the\nground. Now, switch the legs and arms to repeat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spinal twist pose realigns, lengthens,\nand relaxes the spine. It also tones the waistline, decreases pain, and the\ndiscomforts in the body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Practice these poses regularly to avoid any\ninjuries, diseases, or illness in the future. Take precautions with the help of\nYoga, and pay more attention to the ignored parts of your body like the spine.\nStand tall, become more independent by living a balanced, and healthy life!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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