Yoga Postures Weight Loss with Illustrated : ASCHIMOTTANASANA
Ardha Pashchimottanasana is not an independent Asana. But since Paschimottanasana (full) is difficult to practice, Pashchimottanasana (ardha) is designed to enable the body to take the full position later.
Releasing :
1. Exhale, and inhaling, start raising the head.
2. Restore both the hands to their place.
3. Straighten the left leg and take the sitting position.
Note: Practice this Asana by folding the right leg making the relevant changes.
Duration :
Initially, even if it is maintained for thirty seconds, one experiences the benefits. Of course, after practice, it should be increased to four to five minutes.
Internal Effects :
Basically this Asana prepares the body for Pashchimottanasana (full).
Precaution:
While bending downward, there is the possibility of the knees and thighs being raised, and this should be avoided.
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