Bhujangasana or Cobra Pose is a reclining back-bending asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise. It is commonly performed in a cycle of asanas in Surya Namaskar as an alternative to Urdhva Mukha Svanasana.

What is Cobra Pose good for?

Cobra Pose stretches and strengthens abdominal muscles and is uniquely beneficial for toning uterine muscles. Bhujangasana contracts the dorsal muscles in the lumbar region of the spine, toning and flushing out the kidneys. ... Cobra Pose expands the chest, strengthens the lungs and facilitates deeper breathing.

What does cobra stretch do to you?

This week's stretch is called the Cobra Stretch and it targets the hip flexors, which are the muscles along the front of the thigh and pelvis. In addition, you may also feel this stretch along the front of the torso and up into the chest! This can be a great stretch if you walk or run a lot.