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the physical practice of yoga
the physical practice of yoga
In yoga, asanas are the physical poses or postures that are practiced to improve physical and mental well-being. They are not just exercises, but rather a way to train the body and mind, influencing both physical and mental health.
How to :
•Sitting with the soles of the feet pressed together.
•Try to touch the knees to the floor.
•Move it up and down like butterfly flapping the wings
•As a variation you could bend forward and touch the forehead to the ground. Knees dropped out to the sides..
Baddha konasana
Baddha konasana
Benefits of Baddha Konasana:
1. Improves Flexibility in the Hips & Groin:
o Stretches the inner thighs, groins, and knees.
o Great for opening the pelvic region.
2. Stimulates Abdominal Organs:
o Improves digestion and circulation in the abdominal area.
3. Relieves Fatigue & Anxiety:
o Calms the nervous system and helps with stress reduction.
o Often used in meditation and pranayama practice.
4. Eases Menstrual Discomfort:
o Especially helpful for women to relieve menstrual cramps or discomfort.
5. Supports Posture & Spine Health:
o Encourages an upright seated position, helping with spinal alignment.
6. Prepares the Body for Meditation:
o Promotes a grounded and centered feeling, ideal for breathwork or meditative practices.
• Hands holding the feet or clasped around them.
• Spine upright and relaxed, often with eyes closed in meditation.
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