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Also known as
  
Crocodile pose

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Note
  
Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime

Similar
  
Salabhasana, Bhujangasana, Matsyasana, Vajrasana, Gomukhasana

Makarasana


Makarāsana (Sanskrit: मकरासन) or Crocodile Pose is an asana.

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Etymology

The name comes from the Sanskrit words makara meaning "crocodile" and asana (आसन) meaning "posture" or "seat".

Description

This is relaxation asana and a prone version of Savasana.

References

Makarasana Wikipedia