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Purvottanasana or the inclined plank (back bend) is an intense stretch
for the front of the body from the toes to the collarbones which
stimulates the energy pathways in the body. In Sanskrit purva means
east or front of body and purvotta means intense stretch of front of
body. This asana is athe counter pose of Paschimottanasana or the
forward bend. |
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What
is the method of
Purvottanasana? |
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Sit
upright with your spine straight and legs hip distance apart and
parallel. Bend your knees so that your feet touch the floor. Place
your hands at your sides with arms straight. Inhaling, rock your
weight onto your feet and raise your hips as you bend, then straighten
your elbow, keeping your shoulder pressed down. Allow your head to
relax backward or keep neck extended by looking toward your hips.
Exhaling, reverse your path to the sitting position. Repeat three to
eight times, then inhale into position and hold as a static pose. |
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What
are the benefits of practicing Purvottanasana? |
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Purvottanasana tones and strengthens the whole body but it is highly
effective in strengthening core body strength. It stretches arms, abdomen,
legs and neck and opens the chest. As a balancing pose it helps with your
sense of balance and calm. |
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What
are the cautions? |
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Do not
practice this asana if you have any recent or chronic injury of legs, hips,
neck, arms or have any sort of neck or lower back problem. |
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