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Ushtrasana is an Indian translation for Camel pose.
You can learn this asana as below:
Routine: -
Get in the Vajrasana pose. -
Close the eyes and contemplate about the practice. -
Open the eyes and stand up on the knees maintaining equal distance between them. -
Keep the upper torso straight and stand still. -
Inhale slowly and bend the torso backwards. -
Remain conscious towards the body balance. -
Bring the right hand from the back and place it over the right heel. -
Similarly place the left hand over the left heel. -
Allow the neck to move backwards. -
Realize the strain over abdomen. -
Feel the body weight over the arms and thighs. -
Hold yourself in this position as long as you feel comfortable. -
Slowly straighten the neck and then the upper torso. -
Get back in the Vajrasana pose. -
Place both the hands over the knees. -
Keep the eyes closed and concentrate over the breathing. Breathing Patterns: - Breathe normally and with ease during the entire practice.
Consciousness: -
Physical - on the abdomen, neck, spinal chord and both the shoulder. -
Spiritual - on Svadhishthan and Vishudhi Chakra. Benefits: -
Beneficial for the digestive and reproductive systems. -
Stretches the stomach and intestines. -
Alleviates constipation. -
Backward bends loosens up the vertebrae and stimulates the spinal nerves. -
Relives backache, lumbago, rounded back and drooping shoulder. -
Fully stretches the neck front. -
Regulates the thyroid gland. Contraindications:
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