Duration: 3 minutes | Level: Beginner
Ganesha Mudra
Ganesha mudra is a yogic hand gesture, which helps the practitioner to connect to and awaken the energy within. The term is so named after the Hindu god Ganesh, who is considered the remover of obstacles. As such, practicing the Ganesha mudra is said to bring about self-confidence and the courage to overcome anything that is holding one back.
Ganesha mudra is practiced by placing the left hand in front of the chest, palm out, and grasping the left hand with the right hand. The hands stay at the level of the heart as they are energetically pulled apart without releasing the grip.
Benefits
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- <li>Good for strengthening the muscles of the arms,</li>
- <li>Good for chest and shoulders.</li>
- <li>It is said to release tension in these areas and even to open the bronchial tubes and lungs.</li>
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