Make fists of your palms with the thumbs tucked in and place them under the thighs, with back of the hands towards the ground. While inhaling raise both the legs up as far as comfortable without bending the knees. Maintain this position for about one minute with normal breathing. Come back to Sthitiposition while exhaling. Relax in Makarasana. Pull up the knee caps and squeeze the buttocks to improve the posture. Pull up the knee caps and squeeze the buttocks to improve the posture.
Benefits Helpful in managing sciatica and low back ache. Tones up the kidneys and hip muscles. Reduces fat on thighs and buttocks
Limitations Cardiac patients and diabetes may avoid this posture. Proceed cautiously in low back pain. |
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