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Saturday, December 26, 2015

Vasisthasana (Side Plank Yoga Pose)

Vasistha = literally means “most excellent, best, richest.” Vasistha is the name of several well-known sages in the yoga tradition. There is a Vasistha numbered among the seven (sometimes 10 or 12) seers (rishis) or lords of creation (prajapatis), and a Vasistha who’s author of a number of Vedic hymns. He is also said to be the owner of the fabulous “cow of plenty,” Nandini (“delight”), which grants his every wish and accounts for his infinite wealth.


Procedure for Vasisthasana (Side Plank Yoga Pose):
  • Start in Plank Pose, pressing firmly through your hands with your shoulders aligned over your wrists.
  • Keeping your core muscles and legs strong, roll both your heels to the right so that the outer edge of the foot is touching the floor.
  • Stack your left foot on top of the right.
  • Engage the legs, drawing them in together and pushing out through the feet Inhale as you press down firmly through the right hand and raise your left hand, look up to your hand if it's comfortable for your neck and you have the balance.
  • Keep your lower belly in and up and your tailbone pointing down to the heels Build up to stay in the pose for 5 breaths.
  • To come out exhale as you lower your left hand and pivot your feet back to the center.

Advantages of Vasisthasana (Side Plank Yoga Pose):
  • This is a great pose for strengthening and toning the arms, core and legs.
  • Stretches and strengthens your wrists
  • Strengthens your abdomen and legs
  • It also tests your balance helping to improve focus and concentration.
  • Builds arm and shoulder strength
  • Improves balance and coordination

Therapeutics:
  • Improvement in Balance
  • Sciatica
  • Digestive disorders
  • Improvement in coordination
  • Gas trouble
  • Weight Loss

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