ASANAS OR EXERCISES
'Asanas' in Sanskrit means posture.
There are around 84 asanas - each one has a special name, special form and a
distinct way of performing. Asanas are designed to promote, a state of mental
and physical well-being or good health. This may be defined as the condition
that is experienced when all the organs function effectively under the intelligent
control of the mind. Asanas have an extraordinary capacity to overhaul, rejuvenate
and bring the entire system into a state of balance.
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Surya Namaskar means greeting or bowing the sun. Usually all sessions
of Yoga asanas begin with the 'Surya Namaskar' or sun salutation. It
nourishes and energizes the upper part of the body.
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'Utthan' means to raise up and 'Pada' means legs. In this
posture the legs are lifted upwards. It strengthens the spinal code
and removes disorders of the back.
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Paschimothan Asana also known as touching toes posture, means
stretching the back. It brings flexibility and corrects disorders of
the spine.
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'Bhujanga' means serpent or snake. This asana is named after
the king of the snakes, Cobra. It provides a youthful appearance and
for women, makes child birth easy.
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'Salabha' or locust is a type of grass hopper. It is a reverse
of cobra posture. It is strenuous and can be practiced in parts at the
initial stage. It favourably activates all the organs of the lower part
of the body.
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'Sarva' means all and 'Anga' means body, so Sarvanga is the
posture of the whole body. As the whole body weight in this posture
rests on the shoulders, it is also called 'Shoulder Stand Posture'.
It is a purifying, nourishing and energizing asana beneficial to the
whole body.
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Matsya Asana is so called because in its perfect posture,
one is supposed to float like a fish in water. It is beneficial to perform
this asana after Sarvanga Asana. It has corrective effects for the neck
and shoulder troubles.
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The body form in this asana resembles a bow or 'dhanur'. It
is one of the best asana for activating and strengthening the joints
of the body. It has some special benefits for women.
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The plow or Hala Asana is an extreme forward bending exercise.
It has some excellent benefits and occupies a very prominent place in
asanas. It is a unique asana for gaining sexual powers.
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'Shava Asana' means posture of a dead body. Also known as
'Yoga Nidra' which means yogic method of sleep. It is an asana which
claims to provide a satisfactory relaxation of both the body and the
mind.
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Note: Information Taken from Internet.
Disclaimer : We are not responsible or liable for any injury or harm caused to the practitioner while practicing the asanas given here. Some asanas may be inappropriate under certain medical conditions. We suggest that you consult a qualified instructor.
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