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Valakhilyasana

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Technique

  1. Use both hands to grab your leg.
  2. Extend your leg towards the floor as far as it feels comfortable arching your back to maintain a leg hold about midway between your knee and ankle.
  3. Breath normally and hold the pose as long as it feels comfortable. Release your leg and straighten your back. Repeat on the other side.

Technique in pictures/animation

Effects

  • Increased energy
  • Opens up the hips, thighs, chest & shoulders
  • Improved low back and abdominal circulation
  • Improve digestion
  • Reduced menstrual and menopausal discomfort[1]
  • Reduces anxiety and stress
  • Improves focus
  • Reduce mild depression

Related Asanas

Special requisites

Initial practice notes

References

External Links