Yoga Bhaskar. NATIONAL CHAMPION YOGA (ORUGALLU) WARANGAL TELANGANA SHALABHASANA LOCUST POSE. BENEFITS The parasympthetic nerves are particulary prominent in the regions of the neck and pelvis.shalabhasana stimulates the whole autonomic nervous system.especially the parasympathetic outflow.it strengthens the lower back and pelvic organs.and tones the sciatic nerves.providing relief for those with conditions such as backache.mild sciatica and slipped disc as long the conditions is not serious.it tones and balancec the functioning of the liver and other abdominal organs.alleviates diseases of the stomach and bowels and stimulates the appetite. SHALABHASANA Lie flat on the stomach with the legs and feet together and the soles of the feet uppermost.the arms may be placed either under the body or by the sides.with the palms diwnward or the hands clenched.stretch the chin slightly forward and rest it on the floor throughout the practice.close the eyes and relax the body.this is the starting position.slowly raise the legs as high as possible.keeping them straight and together. The elevation of the legs is produced by applying pressure with the arms against the floor and contracting the lower back muscles. Hold the final position for as long as is comfortable without strain.slowly lower the legs to the floor.this is one round.Return to the starting position and relax the body with the head turned to one side. Allow the respiration and heart beat to return to normal. BREATHING In hale deeply in the starting position.retain the breath in side while raising the legs and holding the position. Exhale while lowering the legs. Biginners may find it helpful to inhale while raising the legs advanced practoners may Exhale after returning to the starting position. DURATION Up to 5 Rounds when performed dynamically. Up to 3 Rounds when performed statically. AWARENESS Physical on synchronising the breath with the movements on the lower back.abdomen and heart . SPIRITUAL ON VISHUDDHI CHAKRA. SEQUENCE Most beneficial when performed after bhujangasana and before dhanurasana. CONTRA INDICATIONS Shalabhasana requires a great deal of physical effort.so it should not be practised by people with weak heart.coronary thombosis or high blood pressure those suffering from peptic ulcer.hernia.intestinal tuberculosis and other such conditions are alsoadvised not to practice this asana
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