Locust Pose – Salambhasana
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Benefits
Strengthens back and legs
Stimulates abdominal organs
Contraindications
Back injury
Headache
Neck injury
Tips and Pointers
When lifting legs of the ground, extend legs and then lift.
Variations include lifting one leg at a time, lifting legs and lifting upper torso and extending and lifting arms in front of you.
Modifications
You can use a folded or rolled up blanket under your thighs or upper torso to lift them of the ground.
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