(HR-III.9, 30)
Slokha:
Translation : One should place the two ankles under the scrotum adjacently to the perineum and hold the feet firmly with hands and remain steady.
Benefits:
Cures all diseases, removes all toxins, helps stabilize the mind
- Opens and releases hips, groin and low back
- Strengthens abdominals and lengthens the spine
- Spontaneously induces Moola bandha
- Stimulates reproductive organs, prostate gland (in men), bladder and kidneys
- Helps with menopausal symptoms
- Improves digestion and elimination
- Stimulates the heart and increases overall blood circulation
- Relieves sciatica and prevents hernia
- Relieves stress, tension, anxiety and depression
- Creates a complete energy circuit lifting one’s mood and awareness while feeling more connected to self
Contraindication – Avoid with groin or knee injury