04/11/2023
SuptaVirasana
Supta Virasana - Reclining Hero Pose is a supine YogAsana - posture, which influences the kidneys and bladder meridians
This pose involves a reclined backward bend, which activates the muscles of the back and opens the front of the body from the feet to the chest
SuptaVirasana activates and regulates the functioning of the Fire element of the Solar Plexus, called Manipura Chakra, which controls Pitta dosha - constitution and prevents diseases resulting from its imbalance
Ayurveda explains: Pitta Dosha is associated with a tenacious personality, based on the fire and water elements, commonly described as hot, light, sharp, oily, liquid, and mobile - summer is known as pitta season for its sunny, hot and long days
People with pitta are said to usually have a muscular build, be very athletic, and serve as strong leaders and highly motivated, goal-oriented, and competitive
Their aggressive and tenacious nature can be off-putting to some people, which can lead to disagreements and conflicts
Strengths: intelligent, purposeful, learns quickly, self-determined, masters skills easily, strong desire for success, strong, natural leaders, quick metabolism, good circulation, healthy skin and hair
Weaknesses: impatient, prone to conflict, always hungry, mood swings when hungry, prone to acne and inflammation, sensitive to hot temperatures
Those with a pitta-dominant dosha should focus on work-life balance and avoid extreme heat