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'''Setu Bandhasana''' is an Asana. It is translated as '''Bridge'''from 'Bridge''Sanskrit''' . The name of this pose comes from '''Sanskritsetu''' meaning '''bridge''', '''bandha''' meaning '''bound''', and '''asana''' meaning '''posture''' or '''seat'''.
== Benefits Technique in pictures/animation== #It strengthens the leg and glute muscles.#Increases the spinal flexibility.#Opens up the chest and front shoulders.
==Effects==*Be careful Stretches the chest, neck, spine, and hips* Strengthens the back, buttocks, and hamstrings* Improves circulation of blood* Helps alleviate stress and mild depression* Calms the brain and central nervous system* Stimulates the lungs, thyroid glands, and abdominal organs* Improves digestion* Helps relieve symptoms of menopause* Reduces backache and headache* Reduces fatigue, anxiety, and insomnia<ref name="Effects"/> ==Related Asanas==* [[Bhujangasana]]* [[Virasana]]* [[Adho Mukha Svanasana]] ==Special requisites==These are some points of caution you must keep in mind while doing you practice this pose if you have asana: * People who are suffering from a neck injury must either completely avoid this asana, or any spinal injuriesdo it with a doctor’s permission under a certified yoga instructor.* Pregnant women may do this asana, as well but not to the full capacity. They must do it under the guidance of a knee injuriesyoga expert. If they are in their third trimester, they must do this asana with a doctor’s consent.* If you have back problems, you must avoid this asana. ==Initial practice notes==Beginners must keep in mind that when they roll their shoulders underneath, they must not pull them away forcefully from the ears. This will tend to overstretch their necks.<ref name="Initial practice notes"/> ==References== <references> <ref name="Technique">[https://arogyayogaschool.com/blog/health-benefits-of-bridge-pose-setu-bandhasana/ "Methodology"]</ref> <ref name="Initial practice notes">[http://www.stylecraze.com/articles/setu-bandh-bridge-pose/#Beginner’sTips "Beginers tips"]</ref> <ref name="Effects">[http://www.cnyhealingarts.com/2011/01/21/the-health-benefits-of-setu-bandhasana-bridge-pose/ "Health benefits"]</ref> </references> ==External Links==* [http://www.gyanunlimited.com/health/setu-bandhasana-bridge-pose-top-10-best-health-benefits/11399/ Setu Bandhasana on gyanunlimited.com]* [https://www.artofliving.org/yoga/yoga-poses/bridge-posture-setu-bandhasana Setu Bandhasana on artofliving.org]* [https://www.spotebi.com/exercise-guide/bridge-pose/ Setu Bandhasana on spotebi.com]
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