Often you experience body ache or a mild stomach ache and you wonder why. Could it be because of poor posture? The answer could be a possible yes. Is there an exercise to correct the posture? The answer is yes. Locust Yoga Pose helps to improve posture, while relieving the body of the stress. However, if you suffer from chronic back injury then this yogic posture is not recommended.
For the Locust Yoga Pose use a padded mat or blanket to protect the pelvis and the ribs from injury. Lie on the belly with the arms along the sides of the torso, palms up, forehead resting on the floor. Rotate the thighs inwards by turning the big toes toward each other. Exhale and gently raise the head, upper torso, arms and legs. The body will rest on the lower ribs, belly and pelvis. Firm the hips and reach for the legs, first through the heels to lengthen the back legs, then through the bases of the big toes. Continue to keep the big toes turned toward each other.
Now raise the arms parallel to the floor and stretch back through the fingertips. Press the head firmly in the back. Stretch towards the ceiling against gravity. Gaze forward and remain in this yogic position for up to 1 minute. Exhale and release the position. While gazing, be careful and avoid hurting your chin or the nape. For safe practice always keep the base of the skull lifted and the back of the neck long.