Uttamangasana (Palms-Balancing Posture)

To practise Uttamangasana is not so easy as either Lolasana or Kukkutasana. The body should be strong to practise this asana. Gymnasts can perform this asana very easily.

Procedure for Uttamangasana (Palms Balancing Posture):

• First sit in the position of Padmasana.

• Then raise the knees and press them between the chest and the arms.

• Then raise the body with the force of the arms in such a way that the weight of the body falls on both the arms.

• While raising the body inhale and fill the lungs with air. Hold the breath. Exhale smoothly while coming to the original position.

• Gradually, increases the time for the practice of this asana. The limit is five minutes.

Advantages of Uttamangasana (Palms Balancing Posture):

• This asana strengthens the joints and the muscles of the arms and the legs.

• It gives sufficient exercise to the abdominal muscles.

• As it eliminates the weakness of all the abdominal organs and the chest it is more important than Lolasana or Kukkutasana.

• The regular practice of this asana roots out diseases like tuberculosis and asthma.

• 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. 

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

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