Hero - Virasana

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

STEPS :

1. Kneel on the floor, ensuring that your knees are placed under your hips.
2. Rest your hands on your knees.
3. Bring your knees closer to each other to widen the gap between your feet.
4. Press the top of your feet on the floor.
5. Lower your hips and move your calves away.
6. Your toes should point towards the back and draw your inner ankles in.
7. Extend your tail bone from the head towards the floor.
8. Hold the position for around 30 seconds.
9. Repeat it 4–5 times 2–3 times in a day.

Benefits

• Stretches the thighs, knees, and ankles.
• Strengthens the arches.
• Improves digestion and relieves gas.
• Helps relieve the symptoms of menopause.
• Reduces swelling of the legs during pregnancy (through second trimester).
• Therapeutic for high blood pressure and asthma

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime