Cobra Stretch
Cobra Stretches are an effective exercise for stretching the chest, abs and lower back. Doing them can help improve flexibility and posture, and reduce tension.
Benefits
- Chest, Ab and Back Flexibility: Cobra Stretches stretch the chest, abs and lower back, helping to improve their flexibility.
- Posture: Cobra Stretches can improve posture by improving spinal alignment.
- Tension Release: Cobra Stretches can help release tension in the chest, abs and lower back.
Instructions
- Lie on your stomach with your hands under your shoulders and your elbows close to your body.
- Slowly push up, keeping your elbows close to your body, and use your back and arm muscles to lift your chest off the ground.
- Hold the stretch for 10-30 seconds, keeping your gaze forward and your neck relaxed.
- Slowly release back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Proper Form
- Elbows Close: Keep your elbows close to your body to avoid straining the shoulders and upper arms.
- Neck Relaxed: Avoid straining the neck by keeping it relaxed and your gaze forward.
- Spine Lengthened: Focus on lengthening the spine by reaching your chest forward and up.
- Movements Controlled: Avoid using momentum to perform the exercise. Movements should be slow and controlled.
Cobra Stretches are an effective exercise for improving flexibility and posture, and reducing tension. Doing them stretches the chest, abs and lower back, and using proper form maximizes the benefits.
