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'''Baddha Konasana''' (BAH-dah koh-NAH-sah-nah[needs IPA]; Sanskrit: बद्धकोणासन ; IAST: baddhakoṇāsana), Bound Angle Pose, or Cobbler Pose (after the typical sitting position of Indian cobblers when they work) is an [[Asanas]].
  
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'''Baddha Konasana''' (BAH-dah koh-NAH-sah-nah[needs IPA]; Sanskrit: बद्धकोणासन ; IAST: baddhakoṇāsana), Bound Angle Pose, or Cobbler Pose (after the typical sitting position of Indian cobblers when they work) is an asana.
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==Technique==
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# Sit in an erect position on a flat surface and stretch your legs out.
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# Exhale and bend you’re both knees to touch both soles together.
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# While pressing your heals close together try bringing your heals closer to pelvis area.
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# Now grab your big toe of each foot with your thumb and index finger and the middle finger.
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# Never try to force your knee towards the floor, instead, let your head of thigh bone move towards the floor. This will make your knees to move towards floor naturally.
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# You can also move your knees up and down like the wings of a butterfly to increase the range of your hip mobility without putting unnecessary constant pressure on your hip joint.
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# Maintain the position for 1-5 minutes and then inhale and lift your knees away from the floor and straighten your legs back in their original position.<ref name="Technique"/>
  
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==Effects==
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* Stimulates abdominal organs, ovaries and prostate gland, bladder, and kidneys
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* Stimulates the heart and improves general circulation
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* Stretches the inner thighs, groins, and knees
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* Helps relieve mild depression, anxiety, and fatigue
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* Soothes menstrual discomfort and sciatica
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* Helps relieve the symptoms of menopause
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* Therapeutic for flat feet, high blood pressure, infertility, and asthma
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* Consistent practice of this pose until late into pregnancy is said to help ease childbirth.
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* Traditional texts say that Baddha Konasana destroys disease and gets rid of fatigue.<ref name="Effects"/>
  
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== Etymology ==
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==Related Asanas==
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* [[Padangushtasana]]
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* [[Virasana]]
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* [[Vriksasana]]
  
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The name comes from the Sanskrit words baddha (बद्ध, baddha) meaning "bound", kona (कोण, koṇa) meaning "angle" or "split", and Asana (आसन, Āsana) meaning "posture" or "seat".
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==Special requisites==
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Take a look at some points of caution while you do this asana:
  
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* It is best to avoid this asana if you have a knee injury.
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* Do not practice this asana if you are menstruating.
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* If you suffer from sciatica, sit on a pillow and practice this asana.
  
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== Description ==
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==Initial practice notes==
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Lowering your knees such that they sit flat on the floor can be difficult, especially if your knees are high, and your back is rounded. You can sit on a high support to make things easier until you get used to the asana. The support can be as high as one foot away from the floor.<ref name="Initial practice notes"/>
  
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==References==
  
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From sitting position with both the legs outstretched forward, hands by the sides, palms resting on the ground, fingers together pointing forward, the legs are hinged at the knees so the soles of the feet meet. The legs are grasped at the ankles and folded more until the heels reach the perineum. The knees remain on the ground, the body erect and the gaze in front. The asana is held before coming back to the starting position. The thighs are stretched with care.
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<ref name="Technique">[http://www.stylecraze.com/articles/anantasana-how-to-do-and-what-are-its-benefits/#HowToDoTheAnantasana "Methodology of Baddha Konasana"]</ref>
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== Benefits ==
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<ref name="Initial practice notes">[http://www.stylecraze.com/articles/baddha-konasana-butterfly-pose-cobbler-pose/#Beginner’sTips "Beginers tips"]</ref>
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<ref name="Effects">[https://www.yogajournal.com/poses/bound-angle-pose "Benefits"]</ref>
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It is a strong groin- and hip-opener and one of the few asanas that can be practiced comfortably soon after eating as long as the head is not rested on the floor. The asana is specially recommended for those suffering from urinary disorders. The pelvis, the abdomen and the back are stimulated by a plentiful blood supply.
 
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It relieves sciatic pain and prevents hernia. If practised regularly, it relieves pain and heaviness in the testicles. For women, coupled with Sarvangasana, it checks irregular menses and helps the ovaries to function properly. Regular practise of this asana may be beneficial for the lumbar region, flat feet, high blood pressure, infertility and asthma.
 
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== Precautions ==
 
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While doing the asana, take care that:
 
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*This asana should be avoided in case of Groin or knee injury.
 
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*Be careful while bending if you suffer from High blood pressure or any cardiac problems.
 
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*Be slow and careful while doing the asana as in almost all the yoga asanas, as being quick is not what is called for in any yogic Asanas.
 
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*Baddha Konasana should be avoided by ladies if menstruating or should be performed under guidance of a yoga expert during those days.
 
  
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==External Links==
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* [http://www.cnyhealingarts.com/2010/10/15/the-health-benefits-of-baddha-konasana-bound-angle-pose/ Baddha Konasana on cnyhealingarts.com]
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* [https://www.doyouyoga.com/the-holistic-benefits-of-bound-angle-pose-46231/ Baddha Konasana on doyouyoga.com]
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* [https://www.sarvyoga.com/baddha-konasana-bound-angle-pose-steps-and-benefits/ Baddha Konasana on sarvyoga.com]
  
 
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[[Category:Yoga]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Ankles]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Low blood pressure]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Bronchitis]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Broncho-pneumonia]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Chest]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Displacement of uterus]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Flat foot]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Hamstring muscles]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Heels]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Hernia]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Hydrocele]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Impotency]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Kidneys]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Knees]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Labour pain]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Menstrual disorders]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Migraine]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Prostates]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Spermatorrhoea]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Thrombosis of the legs]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Urine Dribbling]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Liver]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Spleen]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Pancreas]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Intestines]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Ovaries]]
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[[Category:Curative Asanas for - Sterility]]

Latest revision as of 18:34, 1 November 2018

Baddha Konasana

Baddha Konasana (BAH-dah koh-NAH-sah-nah[needs IPA]; Sanskrit: बद्धकोणासन ; IAST: baddhakoṇāsana), Bound Angle Pose, or Cobbler Pose (after the typical sitting position of Indian cobblers when they work) is an Asanas.

Technique

  1. Sit in an erect position on a flat surface and stretch your legs out.
  2. Exhale and bend you’re both knees to touch both soles together.
  3. While pressing your heals close together try bringing your heals closer to pelvis area.
  4. Now grab your big toe of each foot with your thumb and index finger and the middle finger.
  5. Never try to force your knee towards the floor, instead, let your head of thigh bone move towards the floor. This will make your knees to move towards floor naturally.
  6. You can also move your knees up and down like the wings of a butterfly to increase the range of your hip mobility without putting unnecessary constant pressure on your hip joint.
  7. Maintain the position for 1-5 minutes and then inhale and lift your knees away from the floor and straighten your legs back in their original position.[1]

Effects

  • Stimulates abdominal organs, ovaries and prostate gland, bladder, and kidneys
  • Stimulates the heart and improves general circulation
  • Stretches the inner thighs, groins, and knees
  • Helps relieve mild depression, anxiety, and fatigue
  • Soothes menstrual discomfort and sciatica
  • Helps relieve the symptoms of menopause
  • Therapeutic for flat feet, high blood pressure, infertility, and asthma
  • Consistent practice of this pose until late into pregnancy is said to help ease childbirth.
  • Traditional texts say that Baddha Konasana destroys disease and gets rid of fatigue.[2]

Related Asanas

Special requisites

Take a look at some points of caution while you do this asana:

  • It is best to avoid this asana if you have a knee injury.
  • Do not practice this asana if you are menstruating.
  • If you suffer from sciatica, sit on a pillow and practice this asana.

Initial practice notes

Lowering your knees such that they sit flat on the floor can be difficult, especially if your knees are high, and your back is rounded. You can sit on a high support to make things easier until you get used to the asana. The support can be as high as one foot away from the floor.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Methodology of Baddha Konasana"
  2. ↑ "Benefits"
  3. ↑ "Beginers tips"

External Links

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