If ' Pashchimottanasana' Is Attained In A Standing Posture, It Becomes A Different Yogic Exercise Known As 'Padahastasana'. This Asana Is Also Called 'Sthita Pashchi Mottanasana'. Some People Call It ' Hastapada Mangasana'.
Lie flat on your back. Inhale and gradually raise your self to assume a sitting position. Exhale slowly and bend forward so that you can hold your toes, your fore head touching the knees. Remain in this position for a few seconds.Padhastasana is good for lungs, heart and digestion disorders.
Technique: Stand Erect. Keep The Arms By The Sides. Keep The Heels Close Together. Keep Some Gap Between The Feet. Raise Both The Arms. Slowly Bend Forward At The Waist. Keep The Knees Stiff And Firm. The Legs Should Not Bend At The Knees. Also Do Not Let The Arms Bend At The Elbows. Keep The Palms Under The Feet As Shown In The Figure. Slowly Exhale While Bending Low And Contract The Stomach. Now Put Your Forehead Between The Knees. If It Is Difficult To Bend Low Because Of Fat Around The Abdomen, Try To Bend The Body Slowly; Do Not Bend The Knees. Hold This Position For Two To Ten Seconds.
Benefit and Limitations :-
It is beneficial in indigestion, stiffness of spine, pain in hip joints and breathing problem.
Those suffering from high blood pressure, heart disease and acidity, should not practise it.
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