Back Bending Asanas:  

These asanas are the opposite of forward bends. In forward bends, the posterior spine is extended, whereas in back bends, the anterior spine is extended and stretched. This, in turn, brings physical and mental sharpness.

Backbends
Bhujanghasana: Cobra 

Dhanurasana: Bow, 

Salabhasana: Locust 

Ustrasana: Camel 

Urdhva Mukha Svanasana: Upward facing dog

Anjaneyasana

Anjaneyasana is another name for Lord Hanuman, Hanuman is an incarnate of Lord Shiva who wears the crescent moon in his hair. This posture is also known as “crescent moon”.

Another heart opening exercise developing balance and focus, increases core, arms and back strength. Improves hip, shoulders, spinal, groin and leg flexibility. On a subtle level develops masculine energy in the form of mental power such as determination, willpower, confidence, courage and power. Read More...

Bhujanga Asana

The Cobra Pose is a great exercise for people with lower back aches. This posture decreases stiffness in the lower back, enlarges the chest, and strengthens the arms and shoulders. This Asana is also good to combat menstrual irregularities, and it helps relieve stress. Learn how to perform the Cobra Pose in this section. Read More...

Dhanur Asana

Dhanur Asana gives a full backward bend to the whole of the spine and all the muscles of the back from the neck to the lower back or lumber  region. Bhujanga , Locust and Dhanur forms a series of exercises beneficial to the body when practiced together. As the forward bend flexes the spine, the bow extends it. Read More...

Shalbha Asana

 This asana is also called, The Locust. Here the focal points of concentration are the legs. Lift the legs only as much as you can. Feel the pull exerted along the muscles in the back and in the legs. Be aware of the body movements and stretching. The muscles will release and relax after stretching for a specific time period in a tense position. Mentally, yogic exercises help to gather attention and help to develop a peaceful state of mind. Read More...

Ushtrasana

The body of the yogic practitioner in this asana will resemble that of a camel, hence the name. The Sanskrit term ‘Ushtra’ means camel.  Read More...