First four steps are same as in Hamsasana.

Move forwards on the toes to raise the legs off the grounds. Balance the body on the two hands only. Keep the entire body parallel to the ground by keeping the elbows as the supporting points. Look forward. Maintain the final position for sometime with normal breathing. Return to Vajrasana and then to leg stretch position in the same way as inHamsasana and relax.

Note

In the final position, you can even elevate the legs and feet higher keeping the knees straight. In the final position, the muscles of the abdomen and not of the chest support the weight of the body.

Benefits

Beneficial for poor appetite, constipation irritable bowel. Tones up abdomen, reduces fat on tummy strengthens the forearms, wrists and elbows. Prevents accumulation of gases. Vitalizes the endocrines in the abdomen. Very good for diabetes.

Limitations

Abdominal surgery, menstrual problems in woman, hernias, hyperacidity and ulcers should avoid this posture.