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Prenatal Yoga Poses | Bharadvajasana | Torso Twist

June 30, 2014

This weeks Prenatal Pose of the week is a great spinal twist that is gentle for pregnancy and still will bring some spinal relief. Enjoy mamas!

 

Asana (Sanskrit)

Bharadvajasana

Posture (English)

Torso Twist

Description / Explanation

  • From Dandasana bend legs and bring them over to left side close to your hip
  • Inhale lengthen your spine
  • Exhale and gentle twist towards the right
  • Place right hand on the floor behind the body and left hand on the legs

Benefits

  • Releases spine, eases discomfort
  • Reduces constipation and gas
  • Can assist any digestion issues
  • Strengthens the spine
  • Helps relieve sciatica

Contraindications

 

Notes

 

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