Uttahita Dwihastabhujasana (Two Hands Arm Pose)

This asana is a variation of Tolasana. It is a little difficult to practise. An aspirant must have strong arms to practise this asana. The body should be strong to practise this asana. Gymnasts can perform this asana very easily.

Procedure for Utthita Dwihastabhujasana (Two Hands Arm Pose):

• Rest the palms on the floor in such a way that the lower part of the shoulders lie between the calves and thighs.

• Raise the feet from the floor and balance the entire body on the hands.

• Interlock the feet.

• Hold the breath.

• Slowly increase the duration of time to the limit of five minutes.

• Gradually, increases the time for the practice of this asana. The limit is five minutes.

Advantages of Utthita Dwihastabhujasana (Two Hands Arm Pose):

• This asana gives the maximum exercise in the minimum time.

• It strengthens the joints, muscles of the arms and the legs.

• It cures all the diseases which Utthita Padmasana helps to cure. It has all the benefits of Bakasana.

• It gives sufficient exercise to the abdominal muscles.

• As it eliminates the weakness of all the abdominal organs and the chest it is more important than Lolasana or Kukkutasana.

• The regular practice of this asana roots out diseases like tuberculosis and asthma.

Therapeutics:

• Backache

• Weight Loss

• Respiratory disorders

• Asthma

• Digestive disorders

• Anxiety

• Anger management

• Many forms of nervous and glandular disorder, especially those related to the reproductive system.

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