Cobra Yoga Pose
Equipment
Place your palms on the floor under your shoulders and keep your elbows close to your body.
Inhale and slowly lift your chest off the floor by straightening your arms, while keeping your lower body in contact with the floor.
Keep your shoulders relaxed and away from your ears, and gaze slightly upwards or straight ahead.
Hold the pose for about 15 to 30 seconds, then exhale and slowly lower your body back to the floor.
Pro Tip
**Engage Your Legs:** Your legs should be engaged and your feet should be pressing into the floor. A common mistake is to let the legs go limp, but they should be an active part of the pose. **Avoid Straining Your Neck:** Do not strain your neck by trying to look up too far. Keep your gaze forward and slightly upward, but make sure it feels comfortable. Overextending your neck can lead to discomfort or injury. **Use Your Back Muscles:** You should be using your back muscles to lift your chest off the floor, not pushing with your hands. A common mistake is to push too hard with the hands, which can put unnecessary pressure on the wrists and shoulders. **Breathe Properly:** It