PUJAM means Arm.
Asan means Position.
As you will look like a Cobra while practicing this position it is named after Cobra.
It is an ideal position for Beginners to start with.
P R O C E D U R E
Step 1:
Lie face down on an even floor covered with a Yoga Mat. Keep your palms close to your chest. Both of your elbows should be facing upward. Now your chin should touch the floor.
Breathe deeply and steadily. Press your palms against the floor and raise your head as far as possible while bending your body backward. In this stage your lower abdomen and navel should touch the floor.
It is not at all advisable to stiffen your abdomen. You can stay put in this position up to 10 seconds or more without straining. You can practice this position up to 3 times or more as you please. It is very important that your mouth should not be open while practicing Cobra Position.
Step 2:
Follow the Step no. 1 as it is. Now raise your head further. You should ensure that you are not bending your arms. Bend backwards fully as for as possible. You can stay put in this position for about 10 seconds or more.
You can perform this Yoga Position up to 3 times or more after brief interval between each spell.
R E S U L T
Step No.1 gives you very good effect to the upper portion of your spine.
Step No.2 strengthens the center portion of your spine. As a result your spine becomes active and in turn you will become young and energetic. Also your neck and shoulder are getting stronger.
This is the unique position for the people doing white collar jobs. They will not suffer from neck pain or shoulder pain if they practice this Cobra Position. Especially your lungs are getting activated by this position. And your hips are getting stronger. You are certainly giving some great exercise to your abdomen too.
W A R N I N G
Expert ladies can practice this Cobra Position up to the 3rd month of their pregnancy if they are in the family way. Amateur girls should not practice this position when they are pregnant.
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