It is also the first of three back-strengthening exercises done as part of a normal yoga class. The main benefits of the cobra are to build strength and flexibility in the back. The resting posture before and after the three back-strengthening exercises is done by laying on the stomach, rather than the back.
Low blood pressure is a problem only if it causes dizziness, fainting or in extreme cases, shock. If low blood pressure causes clinical symptoms, the cause will be in one of three general categories. The heart is not pumping with enough pressure, the artery walls are too dilated, or there is not enough intravascular fluid within the system. If you have an underlying medical problem that causes low blood pressure, seek treatment for the underlying condition. For many people, chronic low blood pressure can be effectively treated with diet and lifestyle changes like yoga and exercises.
Physical Benefits
Builds strength in the muscles of the upper back
Increases flexibility in the lower back
Massages the internal organs, especially the digestive organs
Removes rounded shoulders
Helps relieve menstrual problems
Energetic (Pranic) Benefits
Stimulates swadhisthana and manipura chakras
Mental Benefits
Improves concentration
Low blood pressure is a problem only if it causes dizziness, fainting or in extreme cases, shock. If low blood pressure causes clinical symptoms, the cause will be in one of three general categories. The heart is not pumping with enough pressure, the artery walls are too dilated, or there is not enough intravascular fluid within the system. If you have an underlying medical problem that causes low blood pressure, seek treatment for the underlying condition. For many people, chronic low blood pressure can be effectively treated with diet and lifestyle changes like yoga and exercises.
Physical Benefits
Builds strength in the muscles of the upper back
Increases flexibility in the lower back
Massages the internal organs, especially the digestive organs
Removes rounded shoulders
Helps relieve menstrual problems
Energetic (Pranic) Benefits
Stimulates swadhisthana and manipura chakras
Mental Benefits
Improves concentration
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