Shalabhasana (Locust Pose) Benefits, Steps, Precautions, Tips What is the meaning of Shalabhasana? Shalbhasana The word “Shalabh” in Sanskrit means grasshopper or Locust. It is a type of insect. This insect is originally found in grass. When this Shalabhasana is performed, the whole body looks like a locust or grasshopper structure, hence this pose is […]
Malasana (Garland Yoga Pose) Benefits, Steps, Precautions, Tips The word Malasana comes from two Sanskrit words Mala in Sanskrit means necklace or garland and asana is for posture, asana or mudra. This pose is also known as “squat pose” or “upavasana”. This is, basically, a squat. Yoga simply does not have to do with toning
Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana (Revolved Head to Knee Pose)- Steps, benefits, and precautions Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana; This asana is known in English as the name Revolved Head-to-Knee Pose. Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana is a Sanskrit word; in which the meaning of Parivrtta means Revolved, Janu stands for Knee, and the word Shirsa represents the head. (Parivrtta Janu
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Agnistambhasana (Firelog Pose, Double Pigeon Pose): Steps, benefits, and precautions Agnistambhasana meaning – Agnistambhasana is a Sanskrit word if agnistambhasana pronounced is Agni + Stambh + Asana which is composed of a combination of three words. In which Agni is called Fire, the Stambh means pillar and posture means an asana, mudra, or mudra. From
Purvottanasana (Upward Plank Yoga Pose): Steps, benefits, and precautions Purvottanasana, Yoga has given great importance to the performance of Asanas along with the importance of Surya Darshan and Sun’s energy. According to Purvottanasana in yoga, Purva is the former, and transcendence means getting up. As the sun “rises in the east and sunset in the
Anantasana (Side Reclining Leg Lift Yoga Pose): Steps, benefits, and precautions Anantasana generally, “Anant” means infinite and is one of the many famous names of Lord Vishnu. When you do Anantasana, your body resembles the resting posture of Lord Vishnu. Anantasana is called by many names, Like In Sanskrit Anantasana, and Anant One Pose, Side
Supta Virasana (Reclining Hero Pose): Steps, benefits, and precautions The word of “Supta” means reclined it is a Sanskrit word, and the word “Vira” is derived from the Sanskrit word. In Sanskrit word, “Vira” means a hero or warrior, and asana means mudra posture. Supta Virasana is a streamlined form of Virasana in which your
Virasana (Hero Pose): Steps, benefits, and precautions The word Virasana, “Vira” is derived from the Sanskrit word. In Sanskrit “Vira” means a hero or warrior; and asana means posture. Virasana or Hero Pose will increase the flexibility of your feet by extending the knees, thighs, ankles, and feet. If you cannot sit on the ground,
Ardha Padmasana (Half Lotus Pose): Steps, benefits, and precautions Ardha Padmasana, “Ardha” means one part or half, “Padma” represents the Lotus and the asana means pose or posture. Half Lotus Pose is a seated posture that opens the hips and extends the knees and ankles. This is a variation of the traditional seated meditation posture,
Mandukasana (Frog Pose Yoga): Steps, benefits, and precautions Mandukasana (Frog Pose Yoga) – The word “Manduk” in Sanskrit means frog. In this pose, your body looks like a posture frog, hence this posture is called Mandukasana. It is an advanced level yoga pose that can open your hips and waist muscles, increase circulation, and improve