Sphinx Pose opens the chest and lungs while relieving pressure in the lower back. In this video we explore how to:
- Adjust arm placement to increase or reduce the curve of the back
- Engage the legs by pressing the feet into the wall
- Use a rolled blanket to support the hips for ease in the pose
- Flip your relationship to gravity by doing Sphinx standing at the wall
Props to try: Wall. Blanket.
Benefits
- Opens the chest and lungs
- Stretches the abdominals
- Relieves pressure in the lower back
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