Salabhasana / Locust
Benefits:
- Strengthens entire back of body (back, legs, arms, shoulders)
- Great chest opener as well as abdominal strengthener.
Foundation & General Alignment:
- Low belly, legs and feet are on the floor.
- Press down through the toes.
- Both belly and butt are toned, make sure butt is not gripping.
- Shoulder blades hug back of rips to help open the chest.
- Natural curve in the neck.
Common Problems:
- Most at risk is the low back and the neck.
- Externally rotating the feet, knees, and thighs
- Gripping of the butt.
- Shoulders fall forward, chest concaves in.
Modifications:
- Blanket under pelvis for comfort.
- Block between shins to help with alignment.
Do not engage in if: you are pregnant or have back problems.
