Cow Face Pose (गोमुखासन)
Cow Face Pose (गोमुखासन, Gomukhāsana) is a intermediate level hatha practice taking 3 minutes. Body parts: shoulders, hips, arms, chest. Benefits: Deep shoulder and hip opener. Stretches ankles, hips, thighs, and shoulders. Opens chest and improves breathing. Stimulates kidneys — helps diabetes. Relieves cervical stiffness and frozen shoulder. How to do Cow Face Pose: Sit cross-legged. Stack right knee over left. Bring feet beside opposite hips. Raise right arm overhead, bend elbow behind head. Bring left arm behind back, bend elbow upward. Try to clasp hands behind back (use strap if needed). Sit tall, hold 1-2 minutes, switch sides. Breathing: Deep chest expansion breaths. Conditions it helps: cervical, shoulder-pain, sciatica, diabetes, stress. Contraindications: Severe shoulder or knee injury. Tips: Sit on a folded blanket if hips are tight. Use a strap between hands until flexibility improves. Dietfull combines yoga with science-backed nutrition kits for holistic health. Take the free AI health score at dietfull.eatingminds.com/score. Order nutrition kits via WhatsApp +91-9811925380.
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Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new exercise program. Stop immediately if you experience sharp pain, dizziness, or chest discomfort. Dietfull is a nutrition and wellness platform — we are not doctors, physiotherapists, or licensed medical practitioners.
Sources: WHO, ICMR-NIN, PubMed, International Journal of Yoga. Content reviewed April 2026.