March 24th, 2007 | admin

This pose got its name because the legs of the yoga practitioner resemble the tail of a dragon fly or locust that is flying.

This is preparatory pose for salabhasana or full locust pose.

The procedure for Ardha Salabhasana, the Yoga Pose

1. Lay flat on your stomach. Keep the toes flat on the ground and chin on the ground.

2. Place your hands close to the body, making a fist that opens upwards.

3. Slowly raise your right leg as you inhale. Hold it in the air for a little while.

4. Retain breath for two seconds.

5. Lower the leg slowly as you exhale.

6. Repeat the procedure for left leg.

Repeat the cycle for five times.

The benefits of Ardhasalabhasana

Promotes digestion, regulates bowel movement, strengthens liver, intestines, kidney and pancreas; and regulates the activity of pancreas and prostate. It is also helpful in straightening any unnatural curves on the spine.

Notes

Ulcer and hernia patients must not practice this asana.