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'''Parighasana''' is an Asana. It is translated as '''''Gate Pose''''' from '''Sanskrit'''. The name of this pose comes from "parigha" meaning "gate", and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat". It has 2 variations, one performed on the knees and the other sitting on the heel. | '''Parighasana''' is an Asana. It is translated as '''''Gate Pose''''' from '''Sanskrit'''. The name of this pose comes from "parigha" meaning "gate", and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat". It has 2 variations, one performed on the knees and the other sitting on the heel. | ||
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#It opens up the sides of the torso and inner thigh muscles. | #It opens up the sides of the torso and inner thigh muscles. | ||
#Promotes spinal flexibility and stimulates the internal organs. | #Promotes spinal flexibility and stimulates the internal organs. | ||
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== Cautions == | == Cautions == | ||
Revision as of 15:30, 14 December 2016
Parighasana is an Asana. It is translated as Gate Pose from Sanskrit. The name of this pose comes from "parigha" meaning "gate", and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat". It has 2 variations, one performed on the knees and the other sitting on the heel.
Benefits
- It opens up the sides of the torso and inner thigh muscles.
- Promotes spinal flexibility and stimulates the internal organs.
Cautions
- Be careful white doing this pose if you have knee, ankle, hip, or any spinal injuries.
