Yoga Practice Name
Viparita Karani
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
- Lin the spine position.
- Check that the head and spine are aligned and that the legs are straight with the feet together.
- Place the hands beside the body with the palms facing down.
- Relax the entire body and mind. Contract the abdominal muscles and, with the support of the arms, slowly raise the legs and then raise the spine.
- Legs should be vertical and hands should be giving the support to the spine.
- Return to the starting position and relax.
Practice Keynotes
- Balance should be on both the hands.
- Legs should be together and equally stretched.
Cautions and Limitations
- Balance should be on both the hands and legs should be together.
- 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 back or any other injury should not practice this asana.
- People who have cervical should avoid this asana.
Complimentary Practice
Matsyasana
General Benefits
- Good for heart.
- Stimulates the abdominal organs.
- Strengthens the bones.
- Keeps the skin healthy.
Benefits for Disease
Depression, Eating disorders
Body and Organ Affected
Shoulder, Elbow, Arm, Chest, Forearm, Wrist, Back, Waist, Abdomen, Hip, Leg, Hand
