Anasuyasana

 

(JP 87-89) (YMS-44) (Ana-53)

Slokha :

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Translation: Place left knee above the right knee so that both the knees should touch each other. Extend the legs away from the body. Catch hold of the toes with opposite hands.  Gaze at the tip of the nose.

Benefits:

  • Engages moola bandha, abdominals and inner thighs
  • Deeply opens and stretches hip flexors and glutes
  • Relaxes entire back, spine and shoulders
  • Increases blood flow to brain
  • Beneficial to lower body organs, improves menstrual and reproductive issues
  • Creates a complete energy circuit with hands clasped and legs crossed

Contraindication: Avoid with any back pain or knee pain