Now that I have my internet up and running I can finally share, again, with you my yoga pose of the week. This week I am going to be trying out Camel Pose.
Camel Pose
Ustrasana
(oosh-TRAHA-anna)
ustra=camel
This pose can be strenuous on the neck, if you have issues with your neck and if you have tight shoulders. Be cautious of your issues when doing this pose or any pose. If you still would like to try this pose even if you have one or more of these issues a wall can be used to help you along. Soles of the feet should be pressed up against the wall with the toes tucked under. On an exhale lean back and press the crown of your head into the wall, lift your shoulder blades. Hands can be placed on your pelvis or palms against the wall.
I'm sorry my yoga space is so bland. I do not have a permanent place yet to do my yoga. Once I start getting things settled in here I am going to work on permanent spot to do my yoga.
Therapeutic Applications
- Anxiety
- Fatigue
- Menstrual Discomfort
- Mild Backache
- Respiratory Ailments
Benefits
- Stretches the entire front of the body
- Stretches the deep hip flexors
- Strengthens back muscles
- Improves posture
- Stimulates the organs of the abdomen and neck
I suffer from some pretty intense back pain. On most days I sleep with a heating pad. This pose engages both the abdomen, which supports the back, and the back muscles. It will also help improve your posture. I try to practice good posture on a daily basis but of course who can resist slouching on occasion.
The first video is how to get into yoga pose. The one directly above ^ is a short yoga sequence into camel pose. I like to incorporate my poses into sequences and thought you may be interested in it as well. Enjoy.
Beginners
If you are a beginner touching your feet in this pose may be hard to do. There are several objects you can use to help you along in this pose. First is try tucking your toes under, if you are still unable to reach your toes two yoga blocks can be used by resting each hand on a block. Blocks should be placed on the outside of each heel at their highest height. Third a chair can be used, legs and feet under the chair bottom with the seat front touching your butt, palms placed on the seat top.
If you continue to struggle with this pose I am including an article on how to master this pose, from Yoga Journal. Find it here.
I get most of my information on poses from Yoga Journal but I also use a few other sources. I love gaining new information on poses and yoga in general. Knowledge is your best weapon. I suggest checking out Yoga Journal if you are interested in learning more about yoga. They have plenty of information for your heart's desire.
xo glitterites
*Shine like Glitter*
I want to stay thank you for sticking around.
I know it's been a few weeks since my last yoga post.
I truly apologize for that. This is something I have wanted to stick with, but sometimes life gets in the way.
Have a wonderful Sunday everyone.
It's raining here. The sun did decide to grace us with it's presence yesterday, but has sadly gone back behind the rain clouds again. *sigh*
Namaste.
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