Abstract

Regardless of your strength, body type, or health condition, yoga can reshape the body and nurture the mind.. Yoga is an ancient art that originated in India about 6000 years ago. Earlier people used to practice yoga and meditation in their daily lives because the impact of yoga on life is multidimensional that helps to boost physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. However, in today’s crowded and busy environment the practice of daily yoga is getting diminished. The act of yoga consists of many poses known as asanas that have different physical benefits. Bhujangasana is one among such asanas. Bhujangasana gets its name from the Sanskrit term ‘bhujanga,’ meaning ‘snake’ or ‘serpent,’ and ‘asana,’ which translates to ‘posture.’ Thus, it is referred to as cobra pose as it appears like the poster of a cobra with hood raised. Bhujangasana is originally described in the ‘Gheranda Samhita,’ recognized as one of the three major Hatha Yoga texts from the 17th century.The second chapter of this text portrayed 23 asanas for strengthening the body. Bhujangasana being one amongst them. It helps to stretch muscles in the chest, shoulder and abdominal area. It helps to tone the abdomen and strengthen the spine and most important it also helps to improve blood circulation. It is a complete asana that strengthens both the spiritual and physical health. It has a beneficial effect on the back and improves digestion at the same time. Also, it helps to regulate the menstrual cycle. Objectives: The objective is to extensively explore the benefits of yoga and specifically Bhujangasana. Data source: All the available information related to Bhujangasana and Yoga in classical texts like Charak Samhita Gherand samhita and its related contemporaries, articles, journals. Review methods: The information related to yoga and Bhujangasana and its benefits are reviewed by comparing an analysing the different aspects of both classical texts and contemporaries as well as contemporary authors. Conclusion: Bhujangasana is a complete asana that strengthens both the spiritual and physical well-being.