Yoga Practice Name
Ardha Kati Chakrasana
Yoga Practice Branch
Ashtang Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga
Practice Level
Yoga Practice Type
Yoga Asana Type
Ashtang Yoga Category
Asana
Hatha Yoga Category
Asana
Steps and Description
- Stand erect with the feet together.
- Stretch the arms sideways bend to the right, taking care not to bring the body forward.
- Look up at the left hand in the final position.
- Return to the upright position with the arm stretched.
- Repeat on the opposite side.
Practice Keynotes
- Body should not be bend forward or backward.
- Feet should be not be separated.
Cautions and Limitations
- Avoid facial contortions and excessive shaking of the body.
- Proceed carefully and only under expert guidance.
- At the slightest sign of discomfort, reduce the duration of practice and, if necessary, discontinue the practice for the day.
- Practice should never be rushed.
Contraindications
- People with any arm or abdominal injury should not practice this asana.
- This asana should not be performed by those suffering from back conditions.
General Benefits
- Tones the entire body.
- It stretches the muscles on the sides of
the trunk and the waist. - It stimulates the nervous system.
- It improves digestion, stimulating the appetite, activating intestinal peristalsis and alleviating constipation.
Benefits for Disease
Depression
Body and Organ Affected
Head, Neck, Shoulder, Arm, Armpit, Back, Abdomen