Ardh Dhanush Asana (Half Bow Pose)- Yoga For Lower Back Pain

Recently I have been writing on asanas (Poses) which are beneficial for the back. In that series I am adding another one. The asanas which I have mentioned are all very easy to practice and extremely beneficial for the lower back. Ardh Dhanush Asana is also very easy and beneficial. I practice it towards the end of the back posture. This posture provides a nice massage to my back and removes the tiredness. It is easier version of the Dhanush Asana (Full Bow Pose). Usually in Dhanush Asana legs will also be lifted, but I am presenting a easier pose for those of you with weak back.

How to Practice Dhanush Asana

1. Lie down on the mat on your stomach facing down.


2. Fold the knees and hold the ankles with both the hands.


3. With inhalation lift your upper body. Try to look up as this will provide more stretch to your back.


4. Stay with normal breathing for 10-15 seconds.


5. With exhalation come back to normal position.

Benefits of Dhanush Asana

1. As you can see from the steps it is very easy pose to practice and extremely beneficial for the back.


2. Posture improves as the back muscles are strengthened.


3. This pose is also beneficial for digestive system as it stretches the abdomen.

Related Posts
Makarasana (Crocodile Pose)
Sphinx pose
Ardh Shalbhasana For Lower Back Problems
Cure Back Problems with Bhujanga Asana (Cobra Pose)