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Yoga Postures with Illustrated Weight Loss : DHANURASANA
Author : Mr. Vishwas Vasant Mandlik
The body takes the shape of Bow and therefore it
is called Dhanu ( Bow in Sanskrit) asana. As the bow is strained
during the archery, the whole body id stretched during this asana
posture.
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Pre
position :
Sitting Position
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Step 1
:
Bend
both the legs in knees and keep them 6 to 8 inches apart
from each other.
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Step 2
:
Catch both the
legs firmly near the ankles.
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Step 3
:
Exhale &
inhaling pull the legs upward with the hands, allow the
body to be stretched in a curve, push the neck
backwards.
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Position
:
After taking the final position, try to raise the thighs up
from ground along with shoulders and chest. Push the neck
backwards as much as possible.
Releasing
:
1.
Inhale and exhaling bring both the knees, chin and
shoulders slowly on the ground.
2.
Leave the ankles and bring the hands beside the body.
3.
Straighten the bent legs and bring them as in the prone
position.
Duration
:
Initially practice it for 5 to 10 second. After practicing
it for few days you can increase the repetitions, once you
are able to do 5 repetitions easily then reduce repetitions
and increase the time up to 1 min.
Internal
Effects :
This asana is a combination of both Bhujangasana and
Shalabhasana and can deliver benefits of both the asanas.
Mainly the weight is taken by the abdomen. This has
favorable effect on enzyme producing organs, liver,
pancreas, small intestine and big intestine. As a result of
this the concerned organs become more active and efficient.
Also the blood circulation in arms and legs is improved.
Precaution:
People suffering from Back problems, TB in intestine, ulcer
in stomach, harnia should consult Yoga expert before
practicing this asana.
Jerks and unbearable strains should be avoided.
People suffering from Abdomen problems should not do this
asana without consulting Yoga expert. |
