Gate - Parighasana
Try out this Asana with me?, Health Challenge Invite. Parigh?sana
STEPS :
- Begin the Parighasana yoga pose by kneeling on a yoga mat. Your torso must be stable and upright and hands placed beside the hips.
- Stretch your right leg slowly outwards. Keep your ankle in line with the left knee and torso. Grip your left foot firmly on the floor and straighten your right knee.
- Take a deep breath and stretch your arms on your sides.
- Exhale deeply and move your trunk on the right side in the direction of the stretched right leg. Rest your right forearm and wrist on the right shin and ankle respectively. Your right palm must be facing upside.
- Slowly raise your left palm over the head and stretch it as much as you comfortably can.
- Tilt your head slowly upwards.
- Hold the Gate Pose yoga for 30-60 seconds while breathing normally.
- Repeat on the other side.
Benefits
- Stretches the sides of the torso and spine
- Stretches the hamstrings
- Opens the shoulders
- Stimulates abdominal organs and lungs
- Stretches the calves, spine.
- Great for your balance.
Who Can Do
Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.