(GhS-II.42)
Slokha:
Translation: Let the body, from navel downwards to the toes, touch the ground place the palms on the ground, raise the head (the upper portion of the body) like a serpent. This is called the serpent posture.
Benefits :
Increases body heat, destroys all diseases and by the posture, the serpent-Goddess (the kundalini force) awakens.
- Strengthens the back, shoulders and arms
- Stretches the chest, abdominals and neck
- Expands the chest to allow ease of breath and increases flexibility
- Stimulates the digestive organs
- Increases body heat
- Elevates mood
- Soothes sciatica