Posture: Akarna-dhanura-asana
The Sanskrit phrase karna approach ear and the prefix "a" approach close to to or towards. Dhanur approach bow-shaped, curved or bent. The "bow" right here noted is a bow as in "bow and arrow." Literally we ought to translate this because the close to-the-ear bow posture however due to the plain look of the posture we`ll name it the taking pictures bow posture.
Difficulty: Requires flexibility of hips and legs.
Directions:
1. Sit at the ground with the legs collectively and prolonged instantly out in front. Keep the again instantly, shoulders degree and head instantly. Place the palms, hands down, flat on pinnacle of the thighs then inhale deeply.
2. Exhale and attain down and loop the forefinger of the proper hand across the massive toe of the proper foot and draw close the left foot with the left hand.
3. Inhale and pull the proper foot again setting the massive toe subsequent to the proper ear. Straighten the again as a good deal s viable and preserve the posture at some point of the inhale breath.
4. Exhale and go back to the seated role of step, then repeat the posture on the other side.
"Having stuck the feet of the ft with each palms and carried them to the ears with the aid of using drawing the frame like a bow, it turns into Dhanura-asana."
Note :
While practising this posture believe your self as an archer with the gaze targeted at the goal and the arrow firmly but gracefully being pulled returned withinside the bow. Hold the posture regular as an archer could hold the arrow geared toward its goal. Return the foot to the ground gently. This easy approach will assist cultivate a targeted and unwavering attention.
Variations:
Reverse the arms and ft in order that that the proper hand pulls the left foot to the left ear and vice versa. The foot receives pulled below the outstretched arm.
Benefits of Dhanurasana (Bow Pose):
1. Strengthens the returned and stomach muscles
2. Stimulates the reproductive organs
3. Opens up the chest, neck, and shoulders
4. Tones the leg and arm muscles
5. Adds more flexibility to the returned
6. Alleviates strain and fatigue
7. Relieves menstrual soreness and constipation
8. Helps humans with renal (kidney) disorders
9. Full frame sequences like Padma Sadhana additionally consist of Dhanurasana (Bow Pose).
