Sit with your back against the ball and straighten your arms. Place the back of your arms against the ball. Inhaling, slowly roll your body upwards, pushing against the floor with your feet. The back of the head should be also rested against the ball. Continue breathing normally.
Keep rolling your torso upwards till your hands are touching the ground behind. Hold the pose, breathing normally, as long as you can. To get out of the pose, exhale and slowly roll down, back to the sitting position, with your back still against the ball.
Avoid: If having vertigo and spinal problems.
Benefits: Arms and legs are toned. Metabolism is boosted, helping lose weight. The spine gets a powerful stretch. Posture and breathing are improved.
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