Cow Face Arms (Gomukhasana Arms)

Reach one arm overhead and bend the elbow behind your head while the opposite arm reaches up your back, working to clasp fingers between your shoulder blades. Use a towel between your hands if needed. Alternate sides.

30s each sideAdvancedSeatedNo equipment

How to do the Cow Face Arms (Gomukhasana Arms)

  1. Reach one arm overhead and bend the elbow behind your head while the opposite arm reaches up your back.
  2. Working to clasp fingers between your shoulder blades. Use a towel between your hands if needed. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Shoulders, Triceps.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Shoulder Impingement, Frozen Shoulder.

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