Sarvangasana

Sarvangasana(Standing on shoulders)

Sarvangasana(Standing on shoulders)

By the practice of this asana, the health of all parts of the body Sarvanga is maintained. This is achieved by toning and balancing the function of the Thyroid.

Sthiti: Lie down on the supine keeping the legs together and stretch the hands straight above the head region i.e from toes to head , the entire body in a straight line.

1.       Raise both the legs together up to 45 degrees from the ground .

2.        Further raise the legs up to 90 degrees and place the hands by the side of  the body .

3.       Raise further , the buttocks and the trunk taking the support of the arms and the elbows by firmly placing the elbows on the ground and support the back with both the palms. Keep the legs parallel to the ground.

4.       Keep the trunk and legs in a straight line by supporting the trunk on the shoulders. Keep the head on the floor.

5.       Return to position 3.

6.       Return to position 2.

7.       Return to position 1.

8.       Return to Dthiti.

Benefits of Sarvangasana(Standing on shoulders):

Maintains  healthy thyroid and thereby general health. Beneficially influences and tones up the pelvic organs . Brain gets rich supply of  blood .

Good in treating Varicose veins, piles Hernia, Faulty Thyroid ailments , viscereptosis, Dyspepsia,Constipation and Menstrual disorder.

Memory develops, well for concentration and balance of mind.

Caution:Those with Hypertension , lumbago, slip-disc and Cervical Spondylosis should avoid.

Subtle Points:

Mode of Bending :

In the position no.1 knees should not be bent and in position no.3 with out lifting the head, take the support on the arms and the elbows. Do not stretch the ankles in the final position.

Mode of breathing :

Breathe out whenever you bend downawards and inhale while raising up . Normal breathing in the final position.