• Opens up the shoulders and neck to relieve pain
• Tones the abdomen
• Strengthens the entire back and shoulders
• Expands the chest
• Improves blood circulation
• Reduces fatigue and stress

Keep smiling and breathing. Smiling Cobras! While Bhujangasana has many benefits and almost everyone can do it, in some cases, it’s advised to avoid it.

1. Avoid jerks and overstretching.
2. Ensure that your feet are still close together.
3. While maintaining the pose, breathe evenly.
4. Avoid practicing Bhujangasana if you are pregnant.
5. Do not practice it if you have fractured ribs or wrists, or have recently undergone abdominal surgeries, such as for hernia.
6. Also, avoid doing Bhujangasana if you suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
7. Do not practice this yoga pose during an asthmatic attack.
8. Practice the Cobra Pose under a trained teacher for guidance if you have suffered from chronic diseases or spinal disorders in the past.