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VAJRASANA

Vajrasana makes the body exceptionally strong and healthy. Vajra means thunderbolt in Sanskrit. During this asana, feel the sensations in the body as you move them. Do the Movement slowly and in a relaxed manner. Inhale and exhale slowly. While drawing the Abdominal region inwards and expanding the chest, focus the attention on these body parts. The way the muscles move must be felt. Relax before, during and after the yoga posture.

 
Steps to follow (Vajrasana) :

1. With knees, ankles and big toes touching the ground, take a kneeling position.
2. One should sit on the heels and place palms on the knees.
3. The Spine should be erect and breath should be deep.
4. Draw the abdominal region inside and expand the chest.

Benefits :

1. Those suffering from blood pressure will benefit from this asana.
2. It gives longevity and strengthens the spine.
 

Disclaimer For Yoga Exercise:

The yoga exercises depicted above in the line diagrams are only a graphic representation for the understanding of the asanas or exercise. Please do not attempt to practise these without proper guidance from a trained Yoga instructor as these exercises can cause physical disability when done incorrectly.

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Member Comments ( 4 )
Nice, The meaning of Bhujangasana is well explained
The steps given are simple and clear.
The benefits are also clear to all.

Soni gupta

(Posted by soni.gupta, India Date : 5/12/2012 )
don u think u should mention about breath out too?
(Posted by nicekid, United Arab Emirates Date : 11/5/2010 )
Very informative!!!
(Posted by AnishV, India Date : 10/18/2010 )
Friends,. it really helps you to stay out fit and healthy.so check it out!
(Posted by hima-nr, India Date : 5/19/2010 )
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