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Bitilasana
Cow Pose
Pair with Cat for desk breaks Best used study break.
Photo: Mary O'Neill, via Wikimedia Commons Source and licence
Set up safely Use a firm, non-slip surface and begin in a stable, comfortable starting position.
Establish your foundation Place the feet, knees, or hands carefully and distribute your weight evenly.
Align the joints Keep the knees, hips, shoulders, and wrists tracking comfortably without locking or forcing them.
Lengthen the spine Create a tall, spacious spine and keep the neck in a natural continuation of it.
Move into the pose Coordinate movement with breathing. Move slowly and stop before pain or strain.
Refine the posture Relax unnecessary tension in the jaw and shoulders while maintaining gentle muscular support.
Breathe and hold Breathe slowly and naturally Stay for the recommended duration only while comfortable.
Release with control Return gradually to the starting position and pause before repeating or changing sides.
Avoid forcing range or holding the breath.
Avoid forcing the neck.
Increase hold gradually or progress to the next listed variation only when the current version is controlled and pain-free.
Arranged for you
The library holds a practice in the same form for everyone. A routine is the result of choosing from it, in an order, for the time you have.