Vakrasana (The Spinal Twist Posture)

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Vakra means twisted. In this āsana, the spine is twisted which has a rejuvenating effect on its functioning.

Sthiti: Dandāsana

Technique
• Bend the right leg, and place the right foot beside the left knee.
• As you exhale, twist the body to the right.
• Bring the left arm around the right knee and clasp the right big toe or place the palm beside right foot.
• Take the right arm back and keep the palm on the ground with the back straight.
• Remain in the posture for 10-30 seconds with normal breathing and relax.
• Take out your hands with exhalation and relax
• Repeat the same on the other side.

Benefits
• Increases flexibility of the spine
• Helps to overcome constipation, dyspepsia.
• Stimulates pancreas and helps in the management of diabetes.

A word of caution
Please avoid this posture in case of severe back pain, vertebral and disc disorders, after abdominal surgery and during menstruation.

Courtesy: http://www.nhp.gov.in/international-day-yoga-2015