VAJRASANA
Method of Practice
- Kneel on a yoga mat or a firm bed.
- Fold your legs back one at a time and sit on your heels.
- Keep your big toes touching each other while allowing your heels to remain slightly apart beneath your hips.
- Rest your palms on your knees and keep your spine, neck, and head perfectly erect.
- Close your eyes and breathe normally. Remain in this posture for 5–10 minutes.
Benefits of Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose)
- Improves digestion and helps relieve gas and acidity.
- Enhances blood circulation in the feet, legs, thighs, and calves.
- Calms the mind and improves concentration.
Contraindications
Practice this pose only under the guidance of a qualified physician or yoga expert if you have:
- Severe knee pain.
- Arthritis.
- A slipped (herniated) disc.
- Hernia.
- Gastric ulcer.
Therapeutic / Supportive Uses For
- Particularly beneficial for indigestion, gas, acidity, constipation, and diabetes mellitus.
- Also serves as a supportive practice for lower back pain and stiffness, menstrual cramps, urinary bladder disorders, and pain in the knees and ankles.
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