Strengthens Human back | Pose type Backbend, Chest opener | |
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Note Those who suffer from excessive problems of spinal cord and disc should not perform this pose. If you suffer from severe stomach related problems then don't perform this pose. Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime Stretches Abdomen, Thorax, Thigh, Ankle, Groin, Throat, Psoas major muscle, Front of the body Similar Chakrasana, Bhujangasana, Salabhasana, Halasana, Ustrasana | ||
How to do a bow pose dhanurasana yoga
Dhanurasana (DAH-noo-RAH-sah-nah; Sanskrit: धनुरासन; IAST: Dhanurāsana), Bow Pose, or sometimes Urdva Chakrasana (Upward Wheel Pose) is an asana.
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Etymology
The name comes from the Sanskrit words Dhanura (धनुर, Dhanura) meaning "bow", and Asana (आसन, Āsana) meaning "posture" or "seat".
Description
First the practitioner should lie prone and grasp the feet to lift the leg and chest to form a bow. Remain in this position for some time and then return to the previous position.
Benefits
Benefits of Bow Pose (Dhanurāsana)
- Strengthens the back and abdominal muscles.
- Stimulates the reproductive organs.
- Opens up the chest, neck and shoulders.
- Tones the leg and arm muscles.
- Adds greater flexibility to the back.
- Good stress and fatigue buster.
- Relieves menstrual discomfort and constipation.
- Helps people with renal (kidney) disorders.
- It provides relief from headache.
Anatomical focus
Backward extension of the spine is achieved with the back muscles, not by leverage with the arms.
Follow-up asanas
Counter asanas are Halasana and Sarvangasana.
References
Dhanurasana Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA