Long bow exercise : How to do, Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Precautions

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Name of exercise  Long Bow
Other names of exercise Long bow
Description of exercise The Long Bow exercise is a strength-training exercise that involves holding a long bow, similar to a traditional archery bow, with both hands and pulling it back towards the chest. This exercise primarily targets the muscles in the arms, shoulders, and back, but also engages the core and leg muscles for stability. It is a low-impact exercise that can be done standing or sitting, making it suitable for people of all fitness levels. The Long Bow exercise helps to improve upper body strength, posture, and balance, while also increasing flexibility and coordination. It can be incorporated into a full-body workout routine or used as a warm-up exercise before other physical activities.
Do each time for how long Do this for 10 times, or do as many times instructed by your doctor.
Do daily for how many time Do daily two times, or do as per instructed by your doctor.
Do for how many days Do for two to three weeks, or do upto days told by your doctor.
How to do exercise
  • Lie face down.
  • Place hands behind neck.
  • Arch back, lifting chest and thighs upward, looking up and forward with head and neck.
  • Lower and repeat.

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    Body Part Neck, Chest, Lumbar, Hip
    Type of Muscles Cervical, Pectoral , Back, Gluteal
    Category of Exercise __
    Type of Exercise AROM
    Body Position Prone
    Difficulty Level Medium
    Direction of Exercise Extenstion
    Type of Action Duction, Flexion, Supination, Retraction, Circumduction, Extension, Abduction, Elevation, Hyperextension

    Benefits of exercise

    According to scientific research, this exercise helps in the body per below(ME/1)

  • Increased upper body strength
  • Improved posture
  • Increased flexibility
  • Improved balance and coordination
  • Improved cardiovascular health
  • Low impact on joints
  • Can be done anywhere
  • Helps to relieve stress
  • Can be modified for all fitness levels
  • Low cost equipment

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    1 Benefits of exercise
    2 When to avoid this exercise
    3 Precautions
    4 Helpful in Diseases

    When to avoid this exercise

  • The long bow exercise should be avoided in certain situations to prevent injury and ensure the safety of the individual performing it. One should avoid this exercise if they have a pre-existing shoulder or back injury, as it requires a significant amount of strain on these areas. It should also be avoided if the individual is experiencing any pain or discomfort in their shoulders or back. Pregnant women and individuals with high blood pressure should also avoid this exercise as it can put extra strain on their bodies. Additionally, if the individual is new to exercise or has not properly warmed up, they should avoid the long bow exercise to prevent injury. It is always important to listen to your body and consult a doctor before attempting any new exercise.

    • Precautions

    As per several scientific studies, some precautions need to be taken while doing this exercise such as(ME/2)

  • Keep legs straight and elbows up and out to sides.

    • Helpful in Diseases

  • Arthritis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Back pain
  • Shoulder pain
  • Neck pain
  • Frozen shoulder
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Tennis elbow
  • Rotator cuff injuries
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis
  • Herniated disc
  • Muscle tension
  • Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

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