Monday, December 20, 2010

13 - Ushtrasan

Ushtr means camel in Sanskrit. As the body in this asan is similar to a camel, hence the name.


Benefits / Importance
  • The lower part of the body (lower back) becomes very flexible.
  • This asan helps in strengthening interior parts of the thighs, abdomen & chest. It also helps in reducing excess fat on the hips and abdomen.
  • This asan also increases our capacity to hold the breath.
  • This asan is also very helpful in increasing our height. It also strengthens our heart.
Technique
  1. Sit in Vajrasan and stand up on the knees (equal to the width of your shoulders).
  2. Please make sure that both your feet and your back are parallel to each other.
  3. Place your feet on the ground with soles facing upwards.
  4. Now bring your both the hands on waist in such a manner that both thumbs of your hands touch each other on the spine.
  5. Inhaling slowly, bend the neck backwards. When the bend is complete, take your hands (one at a time) off your waist and put them on the soles of your feet. Keep your breath normal.
  6. Stay in this pose as long as possible.
  7. Come back slowly and rest in Vajrasan.
  8. Please make sure that you do this asan in presence of somebody and in a controlled & slow manner.

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