Supine Spinal Twist - Supta Jathara Parivartanasana

Try out this Asana with me?, Health Challenge Invite. Supta Ja?hara Parivart?n?sana

STEPS :

1. From a supine position, bend one knee and cross it outside the opposite foot.
2. Use your hand to put slight pressure on the bent knee to push down toward the floor.
3. Keep both shoulders squared and rooted to the earth.
4. Extend the opposite hand and gaze toward the hand.
5. For a deeper stretch, start to straighten the bent leg.

Benefits

• Stretches the back muscles and spine.
• Stimulates the kidneys, abdominal organs, urinary bladders and intestines.
• Releases stress.
• Improves Digestion
• Elongates the Supporting Spinal Muscles

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.