Cobra
Cobra
Instructions
- Let's begin this movement by laying flat on the floor on a mat with legs together extended back with toes pointing out and your arms at your side. Hands positioned under your shoulders palms facing forward.
- Similar to a push up position, however keeping your hips in place firmly on the ground, lift your upper body arching your back. Using your hands for support and lift in required.
- Pause and release back to the starting position while inhaling
- If you feel ANY pain or discomfort in your lower back area stop immediately.
Tips
- You can vary your hand and arm position for different variations and difficulties.
| Primary muscles | Trapezius Erector spinae |
|---|---|
| Secondary muscles | Abdominals Posterior delts |