Utttanasana

This exercise helps make the spinal cord stronger.  The shoulders and legs are also stretched along
with the back.


Method:  Stand straight with the knees touching each other. Raise both hands above the head
and hold them as shown in the first diagram.  Exhale and bend forward. Try to bring the head
to the knee level. Come back to the normal position slowly.

Benefits:  This yogic exercise improves the spinal cord muscles and helps in improving the balance
of the body.