10/09/2025
Dandayamana-Janushirasana ✨ Standing Head to Knee Pose
The first in the standing, one-legged concentration series where we learn how to lock the knee properly.
This posture helps prevent wear and tear of the knee cartilage by strengthening and creating space in the knee joint. It increases flexibility and strength of the spine, hamstrings, calves and Achilles tendon. At the same time your heart rate elevates, improving cardio fitness and circulation.
It strengthens and tones your biceps, triceps, scapula, abdomen, quadriceps, buttocks and thighs.
Chin to chest compresses the thyroid, parathyroid and thymus glands, improving metabolism and immunity.
Bringing your forehead to knee stimulates the pineal, pituitary and hypothalamus, balancing the function of the endocrine system.
The pancreas, colon, gall bladder, spleen, kidneys and adrenal glands all get a workout with this posture.
Don’t hold yourself back and remember the first step is important - grab the foot and lock the knee! If the standing leg is locked, you are getting 100% benefit.