March 24th, 2007 | admin

Vakrasana is simple spine twist, in which you twist your spine to either sides.

The Procedure for Vakrasana Yoga Pose

1. Sit erect and keep legs spread straight in front of the body.

2. Bend right knee up and place right foot on the right side of left knee on the ground.

3. Without bending the elbow, place the right hand palms down and facing backward 10 inches behind the seating position. Take care not to bend backwards.

4. Take the left hand over the right leg and place in on the floor palms down. This is a measure to keep the right leg in position.

5. From this position, turn your shoulders, head and chest to right. Twist as much as you can.

Exhale as you twist and inhale as you return to original position.

Repeat the twist process on right for five times.

Repeat the whole process on left side for five times.

Benefits of Vakrasana Yoga Pose

Gives strength flexibility to each joint of the spinal column, vakrasana helps you swing, bend forward and backward easily. It is also beneficial in curing constipation and other digestive disorders. It strengthens all internal organs – like kidney -associated with spinal cord.

Note

Obese persons find it really hard to practice this asana. However, with a little perseverance, everyone can get the benefits of this asana.

A Simpler Version for Obese Persons

A simpler version of this asana is available. Sit erect with legs spread straight in front of you. Hold arms parallel to legs at shoulder level. The distance between the hands is uniform from shoulder to palms. Keeping the distance same, twist the hands, shoulders and chest to either sides for five times.

Practicing this simpler version can prepare you to practice the original asana.