Pawanmuktasana steps and it's benefits

Pavanamuktasana, Wind-Relieving Pose, Wind Removing Pose, or Wind Liberating Pose is an asana. Sanskrit: पवनमुक्तसन ; Pawan – wind, Mukta – relieve or release, Asana – pose; Pronounced As – PUH-vuhn-mukt-AAHS-uh-nuh.
The Wind-Relieving Pose is a reclined posture that is suitable for everyone, whether they are beginners or advanced practitioners. This pose helps to release digestive gases from the intestines and stomach with great ease. It is also called the One-Legged Knee-to-Chest Pose.

How To Do Pawanmuktasana

  1. Lie flat on your back on a smooth surface, ensuring that your feet are together, and your arms are placed beside your body.
  2. Take a deep breath. As you exhale, bring your knees towards your chest, and press your thighs on your abdomen. Clasp your hands around your legs as if you are hugging your knees.
  3. Hold the asana while you breathe normally. Every time you exhale, make sure you tighten the grip of the hands on the knee, and increase the pressure on your chest. Every time you inhale, ensure that you loosen the grip.
  4. Exhale and release the pose after you rock and roll from side to side about three to five times. Relax.

The Benefits Of The Wind Relieving Pose

These are some amazing benefits of Pawanmuktasana.
  1. It strengthens the abdominal muscles and massages the intestines and internal organs of the digestive system, therefore releasing trapped gases and improving digestion.
  2. It strengthens the back muscles and tones the muscles of the arms and the legs.
  3. It improves the circulation of blood in the hip area.
  4. It eases the tension in the lower back.
  5. It stimulates the reproductive organs and massages the pelvic muscles. It also helps to cure menstrual disorders.
  6. It helps burn fat in the thighs, buttocks, and abdominal area.
  7. It helps to stretch the back and neck.

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