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Overview
This is a balancing pose which strengthens the core muscles (abdominal and back), arms and leg muscles.
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Joint Actions
Muscular Actions
Reverse Prayer
Pashchima Namaskarasana
Overview
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This posture promotes thoracic spinal extension, and intensely lengthens the shoulder joints, pectoral muscles and wrist extensors.​
Reverse Prayer - Posterior
Reverse Prayer - Anterior
Reverse Prayer - Posterior
Joint Actions
Joint actions
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Muscle Actions
Muscular actions
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Nerves
​Nerves
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Nerves which may undergo neural tension:
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Brachial plexus, mainly ulnar and median nerves
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Notes
The flexor carpi ulnaris experiences the biggest stretch, especially if it is compromising for tight shoulders.
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Precautions & Contraindications
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Avoid or modify this posture if experiencing any of the following conditions:
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Low blood pressure
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Arm injury
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Wrist, elbow or shoulder injury
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Precautions
Notes
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