Yoga Position: Sphinx / Elbows on the floor
Yoga
Exercise Description:
Yoga Position: Sphinx / Elbows on the floor
Classification:
Yoga
Instruction:
Lie on the floor place the elbows on the floor, palms flat. Bring the big toes together and allow the heels to relax to the side. Relax the buttocks and the lower legs inhale softly lift up onto the elbows and look forward or up. Make sure the elbows are underneath the shoulders and the fingers are spread. Keep the shoulders down away from the ears and the chest open. Maintain here for 5 to 10 deep breaths.
Side Note:
Rejuvenates the spine and increases mobility in the lumbar and the thoracic spine. Tones the internal organs. Increases blood supply into the vertebrae and spine.