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Anjaneyasana Backbend
अंजनेयासन बैकबेंड
Intermediatekneeling
Target Muscles
hip flexorsquadricepsspine extensorsshoulders
Benefits (3)
- + Combines hip opening with backbend
- + Deepens the lunge
- + Opens chest and shoulders
Avoid If (2)
- - Lower back injuries
- - Knee injuries
About
Low Lunge with Backbend — adds spinal extension to the hip flexor stretch.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Come into Anjaneyasana — right foot forward.
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2. Left knee on floor.
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3. Inhale, arms up.
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4. Lean back — deep backbend.
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5. Push hips forward.
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6. Chest up and back.
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7. Gaze up.
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8. Hold 5 breaths.
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9. Come upright.
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10. Other side.