Sitting Cat Cow Pose (female)

Sitting Cat Cow Pose demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on your heels, keeping your knees hip-width apart and your arms at your sides.
  • 2Take a deep breath as you arch your back, lifting your chest and head up towards the ceiling (Cow Pose).
  • 3Exhale as you round your spine, tucking your tailbone and the crown of your head down towards the floor (Cat Pose).
  • 4Repeat this movement with the breath for several rounds.
  • 5Relax in a neutral position after completing

Tips:

  • Engage your abs during this exercise
  • Move with your breath and not against it
  • Relax your neck in both poses to avoid strain
  • Begin slowly and increase your pace and depth as you become more comfortable

Sitting Cat Cow Pose Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs