The term urdhvamukha means "facing up" in Sanskrit. This asana is a unique take on the traditional posture.
The back is straight and the head is leaned back in this variation.
The pineal and pituitary glands are stimulated in this position by the motion of the eyes looking up, which is coordinated with the upward movement of the head.
This exercise also helps to clear the mind.
PROPS - A MAT, A BLANKET, AND A YOGA BELT.
- The buttocks are supported by the blanket.
- The belt is useful for those who are overweight or have tight backs and have trouble reaching their feet.
- It also makes the stretch more intense.
BENEFITS:
• Relieves lower and middle backache
• Reduces neck stiffness
• Tonifies the kidneys and abdominal organs
• Relieves haemorrhoids
• Massages the reproductive and pelvic organs, improving their function
• Prevents prostate gland enlargement
• Regulates menstrual flow and relieves menstrual disorders
• Corrects a prolapsed uterus
PRECAUTIONS:
- Place a block beneath your bent knee if you have osteoarthritis of the knees.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1 Lay a mat on the floor and cover it with a folded blanket.
- Then, on the blanket, sit in Dandasana.
- Bend your right knee till your right foot's sole contacts your left thigh.
- Right heel should be pressed against groin.
- Wrap the belt over your left upper heel and fasten it.
- Pull the belt tighter around your waist and raise your body.
2 Straighten both arms and extend them out.
- Down on the floor, press both thighs and the bent knee.
- Stretch your spine up and tighten your hold on the belt.
- Tilt your head back and take a few deep breaths.
- For 20–30 seconds, hold the position.
- On the opposite side, repeat the position.
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