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Sunday, April 13, 2014

Vakrasana (Twisted Pose)

In this asana, the upper part of the body is completely turned and twisted. The spine, the muscles of the hands, the legs and the back are stretched.

Procedure for Vakrasana (Twisted Pose):
  • Sit the ground with the legs stretched out.
  • Place the left leg near the right knee, stretching out left hand behind the back, with palm of the hand flat resting on the ground.
  • Then press the left knee with the right arm and put the palm on the ground.
  • Keep the waist erect and look as far background as possible.
  • Practice this asana four to six times a day turning to the left side and to the right side alternately.
  • Gradually, increase the time. The limit is five minutes.
Advantages of Vakrasana (Twisted Pose):
  • This asana strengthens the spine and actives the nerves.
  • The mouth of the Sushumna opens and Kundalini Shakti is sublimated.
  • This asana invigorates the muscles of the loins.
  • Purna Vakrasana bestows all the benefits gained by performing Ardha Vakrasana.
Therapeutic Applications:
  • Removes the wastes and improves digestion
  • Releases excess toxins and heat from tissues and organs.
  • Relieve fatigue, sciatica, backache and menstrual discomfort.
  • Increase hips and spine flexibility.
  • Energizes and stretches the backbone.
  • Stimulate heart, kidneys, liver, spleen and lungs.
  • Open the neck, hips and shoulders.

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