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Markatasana(fold-gap leg pose)

Precaution 

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Benefits

MARKATASANA

(fold-gap leg pose)

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     Markatasana(fold-gap leg pose) Monkey Pose

In the Sanskrit language the meaning of word “Markat” is monkey so this Asana or pose named as Markatasana or Monkey pose. This is a great Asana for improving your spine flexibility and it is beneficial for the digestive system. Markatasana is best for strong hip-opening along with back bending actions. Markatasana may be an easy reclining twist that emphasizes relaxation and intentional respiration.
 

         Precaution of markatasana(fold-gap leg pose)

  • Those People who are suffering from severe back pain do not perform this asana.
  • People who are suffering with hernia; should practice this Asana under the expert of yoga and doctor also. 

       Procedure of markatasana(fold-gap leg pose)

  • Lie down straight and spread your hands at the shoulder level. Your palms should be open and pointing the ceiling.
  • Fold your both legs at the knee and place them near the hips.
  • Keep a distance of one and a half feet between your both feet.
  • Bend your right knee towards the right side, rest it on the floor. Bend it to an extent that your left knee reaches the right toe and rest the left knee on the right side near the right knee on the floor.
  • Now turn your neck to the left side.
  • Repeat the same process with your other leg and turn your neck to the right side. 

       Benefits of markatasana(fold-gap leg pose)

  • It increases the Flexibility of spine.
  • Good exercise for ribs and lungs.
  • It exercised the large intestine.
  • It is most beneficial in constipation and problems related to stomach.
  • It is very effective for relaxing mind along with body.
  • It enhances creativity.
  • Especially useful in backache, spondylitis, cervical, sciatica and slip disc.
  • It is beneficial in stomach pain and dysentery.
  • It makes the stomach light.
  • Beneficial for the pain in the hips and the joints.
  • Improves all the deformities of the spinal cord.