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Sphinx pose

Beginner30 secondsNo jumping

Muscles worked

Lower back

Also works

Chest

You need

Mat

How to do it

  1. Start by lying down on your stomach on a yoga mat or a comfortable surface.
  2. Place your elbows underneath your shoulders, keeping your forearms parallel to each other.
  3. Press your palms and forearms firmly into the ground to lift your chest up, while keeping your hips and legs relaxed.
  4. Make sure your shoulders are relaxed and away from your ears. Gently roll your shoulder blades down and back to open up your chest.
  5. Lengthen your spine by lifting the crown of your head towards the ceiling, while keeping your chin tucked in slightly.