Sankatāsana

 

(GhS-II.28), (SYK-63), (BrYs-II.33)

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Translation: Place left foot and leg on the ground. Surround left foot by right leg and place both hands on knees.

Benefits:

  • Stretches the thighs, knees and ankles
  • Strengthens abdominal and back
  • Improves digestive fire  and relieves flatulence
  • Improves digestion, assimilation & elimination
  • Helps with menopause symptoms
  • Therapeutic for asthma and high blood pressure

 Contraindication – Do not do with any heart problems, knee or ankle pain