Grasshopper - Maksikanagasana

Try out this Asana with me?, Health Challenge Invite.. Maksikanag?sana

STEPS :

1. Shift your weight into your right leg and bring your left ankle to cross your right thigh just above the knee. Your shin will be parallel to the floor. This variation on Chair Pose (Utkatasana) is same position from which you enter Flying Crow.
2. Come into a forward bend, bringing the palms of your hands to the floor.
3. Bend the right leg (the standing leg) and twist your torso to the right, walking your hands over until your palms come in line with the side of your right foot. This is a similar arm position to Side Crow.
4. Bend your elbows down to Chaturanga position and bring the sole of your left foot onto the shelf created by your left upper arm. Try to get the foot as high up your arm as possible.
5. Bring your right thigh to rest on the left upper arm as well.
6. Tip forward, bringing your weight into your arms as your right leg straightens out to the side and right foot leaves the floor.
7. To come out, bend the right knee and bring the right foot back to the floor.
8. Try the other side

Benefits

• Activates the musculoskeletal system of the upper body
• Strengthens the shoulder, wrist, forearms, back muscles, and spine
• Improves mental focus
• Calms the mind
• Improves overall feeling of balance
• Stimulates the digestive system

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.