March 24th, 2007 | admin

Dhanus in Malayalam means a bow. In dhanurasana, the yoga practitioner bends like a bow while lying on his or her stomach. Not easy to accomplish, but worth practicing it.

The Procedure for Dhanurasana Yoga Pose

1. Lay flat on your stomach.

2. Bend both legs upwards.

3. Grasp the ankles with corresponding hands.

4. Look straight in front of you.

5. Slowly raise your head, chest and thighs from ground as much as you can. Pull the legs towards your head and the body will automatically rise.

The Benefits of Dhanurasana Yoga Pose

This asana offers good exercise to arms, legs, neck and back. Flexibility of joints and waist, better posture, wide chest for men, enhancement of respiration are other benefits of this posture. It is beneficial for diabetics. Digestive problems, constipation and other vata related disorder patients can benefit from this pose.

It ensures hormonal balance in the body and enhances the functioning of liver, intestines. It also enhances blood circulation to limbs.

Notes
Persons suffering from blood pressure problems, heart diseases, ulcers and hernia shall not attempt this posture.