‘Vrishchika’
means a scorpion. In this asana, the body assumes the pose of a scorpion. So it
is called Vrishchikasana. Those who can practise, Sheershasana or
Hastavrikshasana for a long time can practise this asana with ease and comfort.
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Procedure for Vrishchikasana (Scorpion Pose):
- A beginner should practise this asana with the support of a wall.
- Place the forearms and the elbows on the floor.
- Push against the floor lightly with the legs.
- Slowly move the legs five cms away from the wall and try to balance the body on the forearms.
- Breathe normally. Practise this for a few days.
- After achieving proficiency, bend the legs at the knees and try to place the soles on the head.
- Patient practice will in time impart the necessary ability to balance the body on the palms braced on the ground.
Advantages of Vrishchikasana (Scorpion Pose):
- This asana strengthens the arms and shoulders.
- The spine is turned backward in this asana which brings flexibility and imparts radiance and youth to the body.
- It gives sufficient exercise to the abdominal muscles.
- It has all the advantages of Sheershasana, Chakarasana and Dhanurasana.
Therapeutics:
- Respiratory disorders
- Asthma
- Backache
- Weight Loss
- Digestive disorders
- Many forms of nervous and glandular disorder, especially those related to the reproductive system.
- Varicose veins
- Anxiety
- Anger management
