Cow Face Pose – Gomukhasana
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Benefits
Stretches angles, hips, thighs
Stretches shoulders and arms (see 2nd photo)
Hip openers
Contraindications
Neck or Shoulder problems
Knee injury
Tips and Pointers
Try to sit evenly on your sit bones and both heels the same distance away from your hips.
Modifications
Use a strap if you are not able to touch fingers together behind your back.
Use a folded up blanket under your sit bones if unable to sit evenly.
Easier: The full pose is with hands touching behind your back, try first with hands in Namaste (1st photo)
Advanced: Lean forward to bring your torso to touch your thigh.
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