March 24th, 2007 | admin

Utkatasana is a yoga pose that strengthens muscles in the arms, legs and stimulate digestive system, respiratory system and circulatory system.

Persons with headache are not advised to practice this pose.

The Procedure for Utkadasana Yoga Pose

1. Stand erect. Keep feet 6 inch apart.

2. Raise your arms to shoulder level.

3. Bend your knees forward till your thighs are parallel to ground.

4. [If possible look upwards to the sky and slightly bend backwards from this position.]

5. Slowly lift your body up and bring the hands down to normal stand-at-ease position.

Notes on Utkatasana Yoga Pose

This posture strengthens ankles, calves, and gives flexibility to spines. It strengthens diaphragm and heart. It tones waist, relieves joint pain and improves overall physical endurance and strength.

Persons with head ache or low blood pressure should not practice this.