Yoga tips: Boat Pose (Navasana)

Paripurna Navasana = Full Boat Pose; Nava = boat

Navasana is a foundation for many fitness exercises for abdominal muscles’ strength. Well-known crunches, leg scissors, and leg lifts are only a few variations of this yoga pose.

How to Get Into It

1. Start sitting with your feet on the floor and palms – under your shoulders. Alternatively, put palms in line with the knees. You can also touch the ground with your fingertips on both sides of your legs.
2. Lift your bent legs so that ankles are parallel with the floor (Half boat pose). You can straighten your legs to create a V-shape with the belly after your core strength increases (Full boat pose).
3. As you lift your legs, your spine will try to round. Here engage your abs to pull the torso closer to your legs (both in Half and full boat poses)
4. Pull your shoulder blades away from your ears and push your chest forward, opening it and keeping the back straight. Lift your hands in front of you, parallel to the mat, palms facing each other.
5. Try your best to balance on your sit bones. But keep in mind that there should be no pain or discomfort in the tailbone. If you feel any of that – consult with the health care practitioner.
6. Relax your face and throat; look in front of you. Hold for several breath cycles.

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