(HMY IV- 131)
Slokha:
Translation: When one is seated on the floor with the legs spread wide and the ankles and toes joined together; HMY IV.131, TV-II.46, YSC-II.46 and others: Sit with legs stretched out with toes, ankles, shanks, and thighs together and in close contact to the ground.
Benefits:
- Engages and strengthens the quadriceps, back, triceps and abdominals
- Lengthens the hamstrings
- Stabilizes the core
- Allows energy flows up the spine