Toe Stand - Padangusthasana

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STEPS :

1. Begin standing on your right leg.
2. Inhale as you bring the top of your left foot toward your right hip. Take several breaths here to establish your balance.
3. Exhale as you bend your right knee, anchoring your left foot on your right thigh.
4. Inhale. When you've reached a squatting position, lift your right heel so you are up on the ball of the foot.
5. Exhale. In your squat, be sure the heel of your right foot is centered under your body rather than off to one side.
6. Inhale. If needed for balance, allow your fingertips to come to the floor in front of you. Engage your core muscles and, once you find your balance, lift one or both hands off the floor.
7. Exhale and bring both hands to a prayer position in front of your chest (Anjali Mudra). Try to hold the pose for 5 deep breaths.
8. When you're ready, release with slow, controlled movement. Inhale as you rise back to Half Lotus Tree. Breathe here for a moment and shake out both legs before repeating this on the other side.

Benefits

• Helps to cure gout and rheumatism.
• Strengthens the stomach muscle.
• Strengthens joints.
• Helps to relieve arthritis in all the leg joints and hips.
• Promotes balance and focus in the body and mind

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.