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The shoulders may be supported on folded blankets, and the upper arms may be held in with a belt just above the elbows.Beginners may lift with bent legs, advanced users with straight legs. The back is supported by the hands: once up, the hands reach lower down the trunk towards the head, and the trunk is lifted further; the legs may then be straightened to a vertical position.Benefits:Calms the brain and helps relieve stress and mild depressionStimulates the thyroid and prostate glands and abdominal organsStretches the shoulders and neckTones the legs and buttocksImproves digestionReduces fatigue and alleviates insomniaSphinx PoseSphinx Pose is a gentle back bending posture that can be practiced either actively or passively.StepsLie on your stomach with your toes flat on the floor and forehead resting on the ground.Keep your legs close together with your feet and heels lightly touching.Stretch your hands in front of you with your palms facing downward and arms touching the ground. Set your elbows under your shoulders and forearms parallel to each other.On an inhale, slowly lift your head, chest,and abdomen while keeping your navel on the floor.Pull your torso back and off the floor with the support of your arms.Ensure that your feet are still close together and your head facing straight ahead.On an exhale, gently lower your abdomen, chest, and head onto the floor.BenefitsStrengthens the spineStimulates the abdominal organsExpands the chest and shouldersImproves circulationRelieves stressSphinx Pose and Supported Shoulder Stand improve digestion and reduce fatigue, and alleviate insomnia.{  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",  \"@type\": \"VideoObject\",  \"name\": \"Guided Yoga: Sphinx Pose and Supported Shoulder Stand\",  \"description\": \"Sphinx Pose and Supported Shoulder Stand improve digestion and reduce fatigue, and alleviate insomnia.Supported Shoulder stand is entered from a supine position with the knees bent. 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