How to Do the Yoga Upward Bow Pose

The upward bow pose in yoga, also known as the wheel pose, is an advanced move that is meant for those with experience with yoga. It may be difficult to do at first, but the upward bow is a transition from the regular bow move, and stretches the same abdominal and back muscles. The upward bow also works the arms and shoulders.

Instructions

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      Begin with your body flat on the floors on your back and bend your knees so that you feet are flat on the floor, you thighs are off of the ground and your knees are over your ankles.

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      Place your hands on the sides of your ears by bending your arms backward. Place your palms flat on the ground with your thumbs inward toward your head and your fingers pointing away from your body.

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      Lift your rear, lower back and shoulders off of the ground, keeping only your hands and feet on the ground. Your body should bend into an upside down U position with stomach at the peak height of the move and your head dangling between your biceps or elbows.

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      Hold the pose for up to a minute at a time and lower your body by slowly moving your mid-section back to the ground.