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Supta Padangustasana I is an Asana. It is translated as Reclined (Hand to) Big Toe Pose I from Sanskrit. | Supta Padangustasana I is an Asana. It is translated as Reclined (Hand to) Big Toe Pose I from Sanskrit. | ||
The name of this pose comes from "supta" meaning "reclined", "pada" meaning "leg" or "foot", "angusta" meaning "big toe", and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat". | The name of this pose comes from "supta" meaning "reclined", "pada" meaning "leg" or "foot", "angusta" meaning "big toe", and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat". | ||
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== Benefits == | == Benefits == | ||
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#Stimulates the internal organs by increasing the blood flow to the torso. | #Stimulates the internal organs by increasing the blood flow to the torso. | ||
#It also helps relieve menstrual discomfort, sciatica, and backache. | #It also helps relieve menstrual discomfort, sciatica, and backache. | ||
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== Cautions == | == Cautions == | ||
Revision as of 17:37, 14 December 2016
Supta Padangustasana I is an Asana. It is translated as Reclined (Hand to) Big Toe Pose I from Sanskrit.
The name of this pose comes from "supta" meaning "reclined", "pada" meaning "leg" or "foot", "angusta" meaning "big toe", and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat".
Benefits
- Stretches the calves
- Samstrings
- Hips
- Stimulates the internal organs by increasing the blood flow to the torso.
- It also helps relieve menstrual discomfort, sciatica, and backache.
Cautions
Practice this pose with caution if you have: hamstring injuries, headache, high blood pressure.
