Anatomy of backbends
4 important questions on Anatomy of backbends
Which three chakras are the most relevant to backbends?
Throat chakra: when the head is dropped back, this chakra opens
Solar plexus: abs must be engaged to control backbending.
What are the three parts/areas of the spine called?
Thorasic spine
Lumbar spine
Which muscles are contracting in backbends? Which muscles are lengthening?
Contracting:
- Erecror spinae
- glutes
- hamstring
- Rhomboids
- Rectus abdominus
- Psoas
- Quads
- LADs when shoulder flexion
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How does Chandra Namasker flow?
Inhale Urdhva Hastasana
Exhale Uttanasana
Hold Step RIGHT leg back
Inhale Anjanayasana
Exhale Knee, chest, chin
Inhale Upward facing dog
Exhale Downward facing dog
Hold Step RIGHT food forward
Inhale Anjanayasana
Exhale Uttanasana
Inhale Urdhva Hastasana
Exhale Samastitihi
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