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Rabbit is one of the deepest forward bends that we do in the series and is done towards the end of the class. The Rabbit produces the opposite effect of the Camel, giving maximum longitudinal extension of the spine. As a result, it stretches the spine to permit the nervous system to receive proper nutrition. Read more »

“Thirty seconds of half tortoise is as good as eight hours of sleep.” Everyone always chuckles at this line in the dialogue. What the dialogue does not say is that half tortoise is very much like an inversion pose, which is why you feel very refreshed after doing this posture in class. This pose is Read more »

Every posture in the Bikram series is in preparation for this posture, Bow Pose. It’s a 365 degree angle backward bend, against gravity. It’s weightlifting using free weights; your body is the weight. If you were to hold this posture in good form for an extended period of time, your body would start to talk Read more »

This posture is a breath of fresh air, literally. For twenty seconds, you get to open your lungs and breathe like you never have before. This is backbending and weightlifting for your spine, and full locust does what no machine can do. Here are some tips for getting the most from your posture. Think of Read more »

Do you ever consider skipping this posture because it’s hard? You shouldn’t! The Locust Pose has the same benefits as the Cobra, but is even more potent in the cure of many back or spinal problem, such as gout, slipped disc, and sciatica. It cures tennis elbow and is also excellent for firming the buttocks Read more »