Exercise-72: Shalabhasana (The locust pose)

  • Lie on the stomach with hands under the thighs, palms facing downward.
  • Stretch the legs and tense the arms.
  • Raise the legs and abdomen as high as possible without bending the legs.
  • Practice up to 5 times.

Breathing-

  • Inhale deeply in the lying-down position.
  • Retain the breath inside while raising the legs and abdomen.
  • Exhale while returning to the starting position.



Concentration-
On the abdomen, lower back or heart.
Sequence-
Together with bhujangasana and dhanurasana.
Limitations-
This asana is not recommended for patients of peptic ulcer, hernia, intestinal tuberculosis or people with a weak heart.



Benefits-

  • This asana tones and adjusts the functioning of the liver and other abdominal organs, especially the intestines, pancreas, and kidneys.
  • It is very useful for relieving and eliminating diseases of the stomach and bowels, and it stimulates the appetite.
  • It strengthens the lower spine and heart, and tones the sciatic nerves.

 

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