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Yoga - Vajrasana |
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What
is Vajrasana? |
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Vajrasana is also known as the Diamond Pose. The term Vajrasana is
derived from two Sanskrit words Vajra means thunderbolt and Asana
means pose. The word Vajra can also decipher as va + ra where va means
to move and ra means radiant. According to its literal meaning it is a
pose that radiates blood supply and subtle energies to upper body.
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What
is the method of practicing Vajrasna? |
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Vajrasana is considerably easy pose that can be practiced by
everyone. For vajrasana go down on your knees with legs together and
toes pointing out behind you, and sit back on your heels. Your big
toes (or big toe joints) should touch with heels apart, and the spine
should be straight. Now place your hands palms down on your thighs and
keep your head and eyes straight looking ahead.
This
posture can be held for long periods of time but start with two
repetitions.
What are the benefits of Vajrasana?
Vajrasana is very good for stomach disorders. It ensures digestion
and prevents excess wind formation.
Is Vajrasana
suitable for everyone?
Vajrasana is one of the basic yoga postures
that can be practiced by anyone, but those who are suffering from knee
injuries or pain in the knee should not practice this asana.
What is Supta
Vajrasana? How to practice it? |
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Supta
Vajrasana is another posture of Vajrasana. The literal meaning of word
Supta is lying down or resting. Begin with simple Vajrasana posture
and then bend backward. Firstly, rest your elbows on ground
towards backside then slowly straighten your hands and completely
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on your
back. In this position your shoulders should rest on the ground. Knees
should remain together but beginners may keep their knees apart if they
find it difficult to keep them together. While returning to the original
position, first take out your hands and place it by the side of your body
and then with the help of elbows sit as in the first position. |
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What
cautions should be taken while practicing Supta vajrasana? |
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Supta
vajrasana is a special posture that requires certain cautions. Try to
control your weight while lying on your back, jerking can cause injury to
your back muscles. Do not put more than normal pressure on the back, arms,
and the ankle joints while doing this asana. Do not practice this asana if
you are suffering from gases, knee injuries or and pain in knees and hip. |
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What
are the benefits of Supta Vajrasana? |
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Supta
Vajrasana stretches the thigh and abdomen muscles and thus strengthens them.
It is useful in constipation, high blood pressure and sciatica. |
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