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Vajrasana

Seated Asana

Vajrasana Asana meaning Thunder Bolt Pose

This yoga posture has been named after the shape it takes – that of a diamond or thunderbolt. One can sit in Vajrasana at the time of doing pranayamas.

Assume a kneeling position on a mat with your knees touching each other. Let your toes touch each other and the heels remain apart. Lower your body and sit comfortably in the space between your toes and heels. Place your hands upon your knees with your palms facing downwards.

Close your eyes and passively observe your breath or keep your gaze fixed at one point. Sit for around 5 to 10 minutes.

Contraindications:

Acute arthritis and very high or low blood pressure.

Benefits:

It stretches the thighs, calves, ankles and hips. It stretches the spine. corrects postural defects It improves blood circulation to the abdominal region thus helping improve digestion. Alleviates sciatica or severe lower back problems or constipation or stomach disorder or digestive problems or acidity Hence with improved digestion and assimilation hairfall is greatly reduced Flexibility of the lower limbs The generative organs are toned It provides relief from urinary problems. This posture calms the mind and relaxes the nerves. If you want to put pressure on Surya Nadi allow the left toe to rest on the right toe If you want to put pressure on Chandra Nadi allow the right toe to rest on the left toe