padangusthasana:
In ancient times, the persons who lived in Gurukulas and observed celibacy used to practise this asana regularly. With Sheershasana and Sarvangasana, this asana has been given special importance by our sages for the preservation of the semen.Persons having physical obesity will find it difficult to practise this asana. They may fall on either side while performing this asana. But with constant practice steadiness can be maintained.
How to do padangusthasana:
Place the left heel between the anus and the scrotum. Let the weight of the whole body rest on the feet, particularly on the left foot. Place the right foot on the left leg near the knee. Keep the balance while in sitting posture. A bench or a wall can be used as a support in the beginning. Place both the hands on the waist or the thighs, or keep them in the obeisance posture. Retain the breath. Keep the spine erect. Then inhale slowly. Stare at or concentrate on a white or black dot specially kept for this purpose before the eyes. Repeat silently the japa of Ramanama or some gurumantra. Begin practising this asana with 30 seconds and gradually increase it to one minute. Health Benefits of PADANGUSTHASANA YOGA:
- As this asana stimulates Veeryanadi, it cures physical disorders like wet-dreams (spermatorrhoea), impotence and diabetes.
- The semen is sublimated by practising this asana and it changes into vital energy.
- If this asana is practised along with Sheershasana, Sarvangasana and Bhujangasana, it helps one in observing celibacy.
yoga posture asana
Yoga Lotus Padmasana
"Padma" means lotus. Padmasana acquires its name because when performed this resembles a lotus. This is also known as Kamalasana yoga posture
Ardha Baddha Padmasana Yoga Postures
This is a variation of Padmasana. This asana is not meant for meditation. This is chiefly meant for health-improvement and for making the body strong
Parvatasana yoga postures
Parvata means a mountain. This asana is also known as "Viyogasana", because it involves a special How to do Parvatasana of Yoga. Only healthy persons should practise this asana.
Lolasana pendant pose Yoga Postures
This asana is a variation of Padmasana. In this asana, the body is lifted up with both the hands on the floor. This is the reason why it is called" Utthita Padmasana" or Lolasana or Dolasana.
Kukkut Cockere Asana yoga postures pose
"Kukkuta" is a Sanskrit word which means a cock. This asana or posture resembles that of a cock and hence the name is Kukkutasana.
Yoga positions garbhasana Yoga Postures
When this asana is performed, the pose achieved resembles that of a human foetus in the womb. So this asana is called Garbhasana.
siddhasana Perfect pose
This asana is performed mostly by the Siddhas- semi divine beings. This is the reason why this asana is called Siddhasana.
Mayura Simhasana Lion Yoga Postures
Simhasana is one of the eighty-four asanas. This asana is also called Bhairavasana. The face posture of this asana, when followed in Vajrasana and Bhadrasana, is known as Simhasana.
Mandakasana Yoga Asanam
While performing this asana, the body takes the shape of a frog. So this asana is called Mandukasana.
gomukhasana Cow Face in yoga
"Go" means a cow. "Mukha" means face. When this asana is performed, the performers posture resembles a cow-head. So it is called Gomukhasana. This is one of the eighty-four asanas.
Kandapeedanasana pose yoga postures
This asana is difficult to perform. This asana presses the Kanda (the place near the navel). So it is called Kandapeedanasana.
Hero Paschimotannasana sarvangasana hala
"Veera" means a hero, a warrior. The practice of this asana increases appetite. Those who perform this asana develop the spirit of adventure, enthusiasm and bravery in them.
Standing ugrasana yoga postures
This asana is also known as "Ugrasana". "Ugra" means "Shiva". lord Shiva is believed to be the god of annihilation. So he is called "Ugra" or "the terrible". As this asana is very difficultto practise
Sitting Janu Shirasana Head-to-Knee Forward Bend Posture
Certain characteristics of this asana are typically the same as those of Pashchimottanasana. In this variation of Pashchimottanasana one leg is extended.
Ardha Matsyendrasana Lord of the Fishes Spine
"Ardha" means half. This asana is named after Yogi Matsyendranath who first taught it to the aspirant of Hatha Yoga. It is said that Matsyendranath was the disciple of Lord Shiva.
Purna matsyendrasana spine
This asana is easy for those who have practised Ardha Matsyendrasana for some time. Purna Matsyendrasana is a bit difficult to perform in the beginning.
vakrasana pronunciation yoga postures
In this asana, the upper part of the body is completely turned and twisted. The spine, the muscles of the hands, the legs and the back are stretched.
Prstha Ardha vakrasana
In this asana, the Lipper part of the body is twisted and the spine and the back muscles are stretched.
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