Yoga Postures

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Suptavajrasana

Repeat positions of Vajrasana as described earlier (1-3). Recline slowly backwards taking the body weight on the right elbow first and then the left. Lie flat on the back. Keep the hands crossed above the head. Keep the knees close together in touch with the ground. Maintain with normal breathing. Return to Sthiti.

 

Starting Sthiti:

Dandasana

Ending Sthiti:

Shithila Dandasana

Type:

Sitting, Cultural

Count:

8

 


Benefits: Stretches the lumbar vertebra, stimulates the lumbar spinal nerves. Helps to prevent sciatica. Mobilises the hips, ankles and lower back. Helps in cases of vericose veins.

 

Limitations: Person with slip disc, spondylolisthesis and knee pain have to avoid this posture.