Yoga Practice Name
Mayurasana
English Name
Peacock Pose
Yoga Practice Branch
Ashtang Yoga, Hatha Yoga
Practice Level
Yoga Practice Type
Yoga Asana Type
Ashtang Yoga Category
Asana
Hatha Yoga Category
Asana
Steps and Description
- Kneel on the floor.
- Place the feet together and separate the knees.
- Lean forward and place both palms between the knees on the floor with the fingers pointing towards the feet.
- The hand position will have to be adjusted according to comfort and flexibility.
- Bring the elbows and forearms together.
- Lean further forward and rest the abdomen on the elbows and the chest on the upper arms.
- Pull the legs back so they are straight and together.
- Tense the muscles of the body and slowly elevate the trunk and legs so that they are aligned to the floor.
- Hold the head upward. The whole body should now be balanced only on the palms of the hands.
- Try to elevate the legs and feet higher, keeping them straight by applying more muscular effort and by adjusting the balance of the body.
- Do not strain.
- In the final position, the weight of the body should be supported by the muscles of the abdomen and not the chest.
- Maintain the pose for a short period, then slowly return to the base position.
- This is one round. The asana may be repeated when the breathing rate has returned to normal.
Practice Keynotes
- Keep your elbows beside the naval.
- Ensure that your back is parallel to the ground.
Cautions and Limitations
- Maintain the pose for a short period, then slowly return to the base position.
- 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
- Avoid this practice if you are suffering from any back pain or any injury.
- Don't do it if you are including sirsasana in the course.
General Benefits
- Strengthens the wrists, arms and shoulders.
- Stimulates the abdominal organs system.
- Most advanced asana to improve digestive system.
Benefits for Disease
Depression, Eating disorders
Body and Organ Affected
Shoulder, Elbow, Arm, Armpit, Forearm, Wrist, Back, Navel, Waist, Abdomen, Buttock, Leg, Hand
