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Ustrasana (the camel pose) It is a very deep backward bend performed in a kneeling position. As a stretch it opens the whole of the front of the body, including the hip flexors and pectoral muscles. The posture improves core strength, spinal, hip and shoulder flexibility and stamina, and is one of the 26 postures included in the Bikram Yoga sequence.

A deeper stretch can be achieved by separating the knees slightly wider at the outset. The "full expression" of camel varies widely between practitioners, with some finding it quite difficult to progress beyond a slight backward lean; at its deepest, in very experienced and flexible yogis, the head can be between the knees.

Note: I will be making these full drawings in color either in watercolor or colored pencil - or both...it will be a series...comments appreciated!

Description
Ustrasana (the camel pose) It is a very deep backward bend performed in a kneeling position. As a stretch it opens the whole of the front of the body, including the hip flexors and pectoral muscles. The posture improves core strength, spinal, hip and shoulder flexibility and stamina, and is one of the 26 postures included in the Bikram Yoga sequence.

A deeper stretch can be achieved by separating the knees slightly wider at the outset. The "full expression" of camel varies widely between practitioners, with some finding it quite difficult to progress beyond a slight backward lean; at its deepest, in very experienced and flexible yogis, the head can be between the knees.

Note: I will be making these full drawings in color either in watercolor or colored pencil - or both...it will be a series...comments appreciated!