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Bridge Pose
Sanskrit:
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Other Names:
Setu Bandhasana
SAY-too BAHN-dahs-uh-nuh
Setu = Bridge, Bandha = Lock, Asana = Pose
Setu Bandhasana
Beginner
Heart
Backbend
Overview
Bridge Pose activates glutes and spine while gently opening the heart and grounding the breath.
Lift chest, draw shoulder blades back, protect lower back.
Balance, openness, and emotional grounding
Improves flexibility in spine and hips. Calms the brain.
Calms brain and nervous system, tones reproductive organs.
Lift through the chest before leaning back. Protect lower spine.
Lie on back. Bend knees. Press feet down. Lift hips. Clasp hands under back.
Use props such as bolsters or blocks to reduce compression.
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