Yoga Practice Name
Tadagi Mudra
Yoga Practice Branch
Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga
Yoga Practice Type
Hatha Yoga Category
Mudra
Steps and Description
- Sit with the legs stretched out in front of the body and the feet slightly apart.
- The legs should remain straight throughout the practice.
- Place the hands on the knees, keeping the head and spine straight.
- Close the eyes and relax the whole body, especially the abdominal area.
- Lean forward and grasp the big toes with the thumbs, index and second fingers, keeping the head facing forward.
- Inhale slowly and deeply, expanding the abdominal muscles to their fullest extent.
- Retain the breath inside for a comfortable length of time without straining the lungs in any way. exhale slowly and deeply while relaxing the abdomen.
- Maintain the hold on the the toes.
- Hold for as long as possible and then relax.
Contraindications
- Pregnant women and those suffering from hernia or prolapse should avoid this practice.
General Benefits
- Tadagi mudra relieves any tension stored in the diaphragm and pelvic floor, tones the abdominal organs and stimulates blood circulation to these areas.
- It improves the digestion and helps to alleviate diseases of this region.
- The nerve plexuses in the visceral area are stimulated and toned.
- Bending forward and extending the stomach stretches the diaphragm and pelvic floor, and creates pressure throughout the trunk of the body.
- This stimulates manipura chakra, the centre of energy distribution, and raises the level of prana generally.
Benefits for Disease
Depression