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Anahata Chakra Baddha Hasta Virabhadrasana

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Anahata Chakra Baddha Hasta Virabhadrasana


Anahata Chakra Baddha Hasta Virabhadrasana is an Asana [1]. It is translated as Open Heart Chakra Hands Bound Warrior Pose from Sanskrit.

The name of this pose comes from "Anahata Chakra" meaning "Heart Chakra", "baddha" meaning "bound", "hasta" meaning "hand", "virabhadra" in reference to a legendary warrior, and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat".

This pose is a variation of the warrior poses, and is part of the warrior pose sequesnce.


Benefits and Cautions

  • This pose has many benefits: it strengthens the leg muscles, stretches the chest and front shoulders, promotes spinal flexibility and stimulates the internal organs of the torso.
  • Be careful while doing this pose if you have any knee or ankle injuries, shoulder injuries, or spinal injuries.

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