This asana is a twist on the traditional posture. This asana taps into the energy contained in the tailbone, which is a key source of vigor and power when practiced regularly.
- This allows those who need more energy to perform well when they are stressed.
- The posture keeps the spine supple and aligned by activating it.
- Backache is relieved, and stiffness in the neck, shoulders, and knees is reduced.
PROPS - A WALL, A MAT, AND A BLOCK
- Practice against a wall supports the body, relieves tension, and aids in proper alignment.
- The mat keeps your feet from sliding and aids in maintaining the pose's ultimate equilibrium.
- The block aids individuals with tight backs in reaching the floor and enables for more spine, neck, and shoulder extension.
BENEFITS
• Tone the organs of the abdomen.
• Helps to relieve gastritis, acidity, and flatulence by stimulating digestion.
• Corrects the consequences of a sedentary lifestyle or poor posture by toning the pelvic organs.
• Relieves back pain.
• Helps to alleviate menstruation problems by reducing stiffness in the neck, shoulders, and knees.
• Tone the ligaments of the arms and legs.
PRECAUTIONS
- Do not do this asana if you have stress-related headaches, migraines, eye strain, diarrhoea, low blood pressure, varicose veins, or if you are sad or exhausted.
- This asana should be avoided by rheumatoid arthritis patients who have a fever.
- Menstruation is not a good time to practice.
- Do not stare up at the lifted arm in the posture if you have high blood pressure.
- Do not gaze up for too long if you have cervical spondylosis.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place a mat against a wall and spread it out.
- On the right edge of the mat, place a wooden block on its long side.
- On the center of the mat, stand in Tadasana.
- Inhale deeply, then stretch your feet approximately one meter (3.5 feet) apart.
- Your buttocks and heels should be in contact with the wall.
- Raise your arms out to the sides, aligning them with your shoulders.
2. Turn your right foot out to the right, parallel to the wall.
- Make a small rightward turn with your left foot.
- The wall should be reached by your left heel and buttocks.
- Maintain a straight left leg.
- Stretch your arms out from your body, keeping them parallel to the ground and palms down.
3. Bend to the right and reach towards the floor with your right arm.
- Grasp the block with your right hand.
- Pull your tailbone into your body while forcefully pressing your left buttock and shoulders into the wall.
4. Raise your left arm towards the sky.
- Look at your left thumb as you turn your head.
- Your weight should be supported by both heels rather than your right palm.
- Breathe slowly and evenly, rather than deeply.
- For 20–30 seconds, hold the position.
- On the opposite side, repeat the position.
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