Yoga Practice Name
Hanumanasana
Yoga Practice Branch
Ashtang Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga
Yoga Practice Type
Yoga Asana Type
Ashtang Yoga Category
Asana
Hatha Yoga Category
Asana
Steps and Description
- Stand straight and take few deep breathes.
- Kneel on the left knee and place the right foot about 30 cm in front of the left knee.
- Place the palms of the hands on the floor on either side of the right foot.
- Gently and gradually slide the right foot forward. Simultaneously, support the weight of the body on the hands.
- Straighten both legs, moving the right foot as far forward and the left as far backward as they will go without strain.
- In the final position the buttocks are lowered so that the pelvic floor and both legs rest on the ground in one straight line.
- Close the eyes, relax the body and bring the palms together in front of the sternum.
- Check that the back knee is straight. Hold the position for as long as is comfortable.
- Repeat the asana with the opposite leg forward.
- Then, return to the starting position and relax.
Practice Keynotes
- Knees should not be bent.
- Body weight should not be bent any side.
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
- Don't do it if you have any injury or back pain.
- Don't do it you are recovering from an operation.
General Benefits
- Strengthens the back and legs muscles.
- Improves the respiratory & urinary system.
- Improves the respiratory.
- Stretches the thighs and calves muscles.
- Reduces the stress.
Benefits for Disease
Depression
Body and Organ Affected
Shoulder, Elbow, Arm, Chest, Armpit, Forearm, Wrist, Back, Ankle, Waist, Abdomen, Hip, Leg, Thigh, Knee, Foot, Hand
