![]() ![]() Though to achieve this, students need to gain a lot of stability in the body and mind.Īrms and Shoulders: The practice of Vasisthasana (Side Plank Pose) is mainly done to improve the strength of the arms and shoulders, while also teaching the students to engage the scapula (shoulder blades) since this is essential for all arm balance yoga poses. The Ajna Chakra (Third Eye) when activated, helps to improve focus, concentration, memory, and will power, while teaching one to surrender, and stay calm and content. The chest, when active, keeps the heart well supported, an encouraging sign for the good supply of blood.Ĭhakra and Energy: With the practice of Standing Split Pose the chakras can also be activated to bring balance in the body. ![]() Therefore, the breathing improves with the efficient use of the diaphragm muscles, reducing symptoms related to asthma. This eventually also strengthens the spine, thereby improving in its flexibility, while also improving the body posture.Ĭhest and Diaphragm: With the engaging of the shoulders and the arms, the chest and the diaphragm muscles are also engaged keeping them active. Spine and Flexibility: The engaging of the muscles at the upper body with the deep stretch are strengthened leading to better flexibility with practice. This posture acts like a great way to support the detoxification process that happens naturally in the body. ![]() Strong abdominal muscles also helps for better functioning of the internal organs, especially the liver and kidney. Strong and flexible abdominal muscles supports the lower back, which further supports the muscles at the base of the spine. The use of the arms and shoulders also helps to open the heart, provided the breathing is smooth, and well coordinated with the body movements.Ībdomen and Lower Back: With the flexing of the hips and the core muscles being engaged ( belly pulled in), the abdominal muscles get strong and flexible with practice. Shoulders and Arms: In Standing Split Pose, with the support of the arms and shoulders, the flexibility of both the upper body and the lower body are improved. Knees, Calves, and Ankles: As with any standing balancing yoga pose, the calf muscles are strengthened while engaging the knees and the ankles, thereby strengthening the lower body. Hamstrings and Quadriceps: In Urdhva Prasarita Eka Padasana, the standing leg muscles like the hamstrings, quadriceps, and calves are stretched the most, while in the extended leg, the gluteus maximus is stretched the most. ![]()
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