Hastapadasana (Forward Bend Pose)

Hastapadasana (Forward Bend Pose)

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Hastapadasana 

Hastapadasana is the basic yoga pose which is very effective to cure constipation, hair loss, back pain and also beneficial to increase height. In Sanskrit language, hasta means –  “hand“, pada means – “foot” and asana means “pose“. Hastapadasana is also known as standing forward bend pose, foot to hand forward bend posture.

Steps for Hastapadasana

1. Stand straight with an erect spine.
2. Both the legs should touch each other.
3. Now take a deep breath (inhale) and bring your both the hand above your head. Hands should be straight.
4. Now while breathing out (exhaling ), bend forward from your waist and try to touch your feet with both the hands.
5. Do not bend your knees. Your head should be in contact with the knees.
6. Hold this position for few seconds and breathe normally.
7. Now while inhaling come back to starting position.
8. Repeat this for few times.

Benefits of Hastapadasana

• Effective to increase height.
• Reduce belly fat and gives flat stomach.
• Cures stomach disorder like constipation.
• Strengthens the spine and brings flexibility.
• Stop hair loss problems.
• Increase blood circulation in the brain.
• Beneficial to reduce menstrual problems.
• Stimulates nervous system.
• Improves body posture.

Precautions for Hastapadasana

• High blood pressure
• Spine problem
• Hernia
• Ulcer
• Cardiac problem 

should not practice Hastapadasana ( Standing Forward Bend Pose).

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Vrikshasana (Tree pose)

Vrikshasana (Tree pose)

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Vrikshasana (Tree pose)

Vrikshasana is the Sanskrit word. Vriksha means Tree and Asana means Pose.  The final pose looks like a shape of tree hence it is known as Vrikshasana or Tree pose. Regular practice of vrikshasana stretches your spine, arms, legs and increases height. Let’s see steps and more benefits of Vrikshasana (Tree pose).


Vrikshasana Yoga Steps

1. Stand straight with erect spine and keep arms by the side of your body.
2. Now bend your right knee and place right foot on your left thigh means ( above the left knee) as shown in above image.
3. Keep the left leg straight and try to balance this position.
4. Now while inhaling raise your both the arms up and bring your palms together.
5. Hold this position for few seconds (30 sec-1 min). Keep breathing deeply.
6. Think that you are feeling more relaxed and calm after each exhalation (breathing out).
7. Now while exhaling bring down your right leg and hands to come to the starting position.
8. Now repeat this cycle with bending the left leg.
9. Practice bridge pose for few minutes daily.

Benefits of Vrikshasana, Tree Pose

• Improves balance and posture
• Effective to increase height
• Stretches your spine, arms, buttocks, and legs
• Improves concentration
• Calms the mind and body
• Relieves sciatica.

Vrikshasana, Tree Pose Precautions

• High blood pressure
• Low blood pressure
• Migraine
• Insomnia
• Acute knee problems
• Hip injury

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Tadasana Yoga (Mountain Pose)

Tadasana Yoga (Mountain Pose)

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Tadasana Yoga

In Sanskrit language, Tada – Mountain and Asana – Pose, so it is called as Tadasana (Mountain pose). Tadasana yoga pose is effective to increase height and stretching your body from feet to your arms. Let’s see benefits and steps of tadasana (mountain pose).


Tadasana Yoga Steps (Mountain Pose)

1. Stand straight and keep some distance between feet.
2. Hands should be hanging alongside your body.
3. Now while deep inhaling raise your both the arms upwards and interlock your fingers.
4. Raise your heels and stand on your toes. Feel the stretch in your body from feet to fingers of arms.
5. Hold this position and your breath for 10 seconds.
6. Now while exhaling release your pose to come to the starting position.
7. Repeat this cycle for 10 times.

Tadasana Benefits

• One of the best yoga poses to increase height.
• Stimulates nervous system.
• Improves body posture and balance.
• Regulate the menstrual cycle in women.
• Tone your buttocks and abdomen.
• Strengthens your ankles, knees, thighs, arms and legs.
• Improves the function of the respiratory and digestive system.

Tadasana (Mountain Pose) Precautions

• Those who are suffering from insomnia, low blood pressure or a headache should not practice tadasana yoga pose.
• Should not practice during pregnancy.

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Utkatasana (Chair Pose)

Utkatasana (Chair Pose)

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Utkatasana

Practicing chair pose means sitting on an imaginary chair. The final position of this yoga pose looks like sitting on a chair hence it is called as chair pose. Let’s see it’s benefits, steps, and precautions. This yoga pose is also known as Utkatasana yoga pose.

Sanskrit Name – Utkatasana
Utkata – Intense, powerful
Asana – Pose

Utkatasana, Chair Pose Steps

1. Stand straight with an erect spine and your arms at your side.
2. Keep some distance between your feet.
3. Stretch your hands forward to keep them parallel to the ground. Hands should be straight and palms should be facing downward.
4. Now bend your knees and bring your pelvis down like sitting on a chair.
5. Try to brings your thighs parallel to the ground.
6. Hold this position for one minute and keep breathing normally. Bring a smile on your face.
7. Now release your pose to come to the starting position
8. Repeat it for 3-4 times.

Utkatasana, Chair Pose Benefits

• Stretches your thighs, hips, hands and spine.
• Strengthens abdomen area.
• Strengthens thighs, knees, ankle, leg, hands, and torso.
• Improves balance of the body.
• Boosts immune system.
• Stimulates heart and diaphragm.

Precaution for Utkatasana

• Arthritis
• Headaches
• Knee problems
• Insomnia
• Low blood pressure

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