Strengthen Your Lower Back with the Locust

I’ve never been one to spend a lot of time working on my lower back.  I’ve always figured it kind of takes care of itself.  That’s probably why I often find myself feeling tense and stiff in my lower back and up through to my shoulders.  I just don’t pay enough attention to it.

Here’s a quick and simple pose that will offer your lower back a bit more of the attention it deserves.

The Locust Pose or Salabhasana:

-Lie on your stomach, arms at sides, palms down and chin resting on the floor

-Inhale deeply and lengthen from the top of your head down to your toes

-Exhale and press down toward the floor with your pubic bone

-Inhale again and lift your legs, arms and head off the floor

-Hold this pose for 5 breaths

-Each time you inhale, lift up a bit more, and as you exhale out again, relax into the pose and slow your breaths

This pose is great for strengthening your lower back and torso.  It’s easy, quick and effective, too.

Until next time.

Peace.