Ustrasana – Camel Pose Facing a Wall
Ustrasana
- Set the short end of your yoga mat at the wall.
- Set up two yoga blocks near the center of your mat just in case you need them.
- Place a folded blanket under your knees and place yourself about 4-5 inches from the wall.
- Point your toes backward.
- If you have a sandbag, place the sandbag on upper calf muscles, and resist the calves up into the sandbag.
- Dome the upper torso up and backwards and place your hands either on your feet or the yoga blocks.
- Move your shoulder blades towards your ribcage.
- Hold the pose for 5-10 soft easy breaths.
- As you exit the pose, lead with your heart.
- Repeat the pose 5 x.
- Afterwards, feel the effects of the pose.
- Relax.
