Place elbows securely on edge of counter or table. Position elbows no farther apart than width of shoulders.
Walk feet back until legs are directly under hips and spine is parallel to floor. Press palms together and allow head to relax between arms.
Inhale, tighten front thigh muscles, and lift buttock bones toward ceiling. Exhale and descend shoulders and spine toward floor. Continue to soften shoulder joints with each successive breath.
To release, lower hands on counter, push back, stand upright, lower arms to sides, and rest.
This posture stretches shoulders and lower back. It relieves abdominal pressure due to weight of uterus.
