07/09/2021
Asana- Utthita Parsvakonasana
Also known- Extended side angle pose
Stimulates- Anahata chakra, Swadisthana chakra, Muladhara chakra
About-
"Utthita" means extended "Parsva" means side or flank, "kona" means angle.This is an extended lateral angle pose.It involves using many essential muscle groups: legs, ankles, groin, chest, lungs, shoulders, spine, and the abdomen.Regular practice of this asana builds stamina and endurance.
Benefits-
• Strengthens & tones the ankles, knees & thighs.
• Reduces fat around the waist & hips
• Stretches the groins, spine, waist, chest, lungs & shoulders
•Increases stamina
•Improves peristaltic activity & aids elimination
• Great for opening the chest & shoulders
• Therapeutic for sciatica
• Reduces menstrual discomfort.
Contraindication-
• Dont do this asana if you have any injury of the knees, hips, shoulders, neck or ankle.
•Avoid this if you have high or low blood pressure problems.
• Avoid if suffering from migraine.
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