9 years ago
Yoga and You
How to do Pavanamuktasana
9 years ago | Yoga and You
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Also known as the wind relieving pose, the name Pavanamuktasana comes from the Sanskrit words “Pavan” (wind), “Mukta” (relieve) and “asana” (pose). 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. Yoga Instructor Keerthana from Rutland Gate Studio shows us how to do Pavanamuktasana (Wind Removing Pose).
How to:
1. Start by laying down on a yoga mat.
2. Now bend your right leg at the knees, lift and pull it towards your chest.
3. Wrap your arms around your leg to hold it in place.
4. For further squeezing of the abdomen, you can hold on to your elbows.
5. Hold this posture for a few deep breaths.
6. Finally, lift your chip up towards your knee.
7. Hold this posture for a few moments.
8. Slowly drop your head back down onto the ground.
9. Stretch your leg out and lay it on the ground.
10. Now, repeat the same with the left leg.
11. Now, fold and lift both your legs up.
12. Wrap your arms around your legs and pull your knees towards your chest.
13. Hold the posture for a few moments, then slowly lift your head up, bringing your chin to rest on your knees.
14. After a few deep breaths, drop your head and legs back down.
15. Finally, relax.
Why to:
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.
Caution:
This asana must be avoided if you have had an abdominal surgery recently. Also, people suffering from hernia or piles must avoid this asana. This asana must not be practised by pregnant women. Menstruating women can avoid this asana if they are not comfortable. If you are suffering from heart problems, hyperacidity, high blood pressure, slip disc, hernia, back and neck problems, or a testicle disorder, you must avoid this asana. If you have had a neck injury, but have a doctor’s approval to practice this asana, your head must remain on the floor as you practice it.
Best time:
It is best to practice this asana first thing every morning so that all the trapped gases in your digestive tract are released. This should also be one of the first asanas you practice as once the gases are released, it will make practising other asanas easier. Yoga must be practised at least four to six hours after a meal when your stomach and bowels are both empty.
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How to:
1. Start by laying down on a yoga mat.
2. Now bend your right leg at the knees, lift and pull it towards your chest.
3. Wrap your arms around your leg to hold it in place.
4. For further squeezing of the abdomen, you can hold on to your elbows.
5. Hold this posture for a few deep breaths.
6. Finally, lift your chip up towards your knee.
7. Hold this posture for a few moments.
8. Slowly drop your head back down onto the ground.
9. Stretch your leg out and lay it on the ground.
10. Now, repeat the same with the left leg.
11. Now, fold and lift both your legs up.
12. Wrap your arms around your legs and pull your knees towards your chest.
13. Hold the posture for a few moments, then slowly lift your head up, bringing your chin to rest on your knees.
14. After a few deep breaths, drop your head and legs back down.
15. Finally, relax.
Why to:
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.
Caution:
This asana must be avoided if you have had an abdominal surgery recently. Also, people suffering from hernia or piles must avoid this asana. This asana must not be practised by pregnant women. Menstruating women can avoid this asana if they are not comfortable. If you are suffering from heart problems, hyperacidity, high blood pressure, slip disc, hernia, back and neck problems, or a testicle disorder, you must avoid this asana. If you have had a neck injury, but have a doctor’s approval to practice this asana, your head must remain on the floor as you practice it.
Best time:
It is best to practice this asana first thing every morning so that all the trapped gases in your digestive tract are released. This should also be one of the first asanas you practice as once the gases are released, it will make practising other asanas easier. Yoga must be practised at least four to six hours after a meal when your stomach and bowels are both empty.
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