Stretch2 mins
Posture Correction
Cobra Stretch
Targets your spine's natural curves, reversing compression from sitting. Can add 1-2 inches by correcting thoracic posture.
Difficulty
Beginner
Duration
2 mins
Category
Stretch
How Cobra Stretch Helps You Grow Taller
The Cobra stretch targets your spine's natural curves, helping to reverse the compression that occurs from sitting and gravity throughout the day. By extending your spine and opening your chest, you're creating space for your vertebrae to decompress. This stretch specifically targets the thoracic spine, where poor posture can cost you 1-2 inches of height. The backward bending also stimulates the intervertebral discs to rehydrate.
Best when done
Daily for 2 mins
Goal
Posture Correction
Benefits
- Opens chest and shoulders
- Strengthens spine and back muscles
- Reduces stress and mental fatigue
- Improves lung capacity by 10-15%
- Stimulates abdominal organs
How To Do It
- 1Lie face down with palms under shoulders
- 2Press into hands to lift chest off the ground
- 3Keep hips on the floor and elbows slightly bent
- 4Hold for 15-30 seconds, breathing deeply
- 5Lower slowly and repeat 3-5 times
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