Uttanapadasana

This asana is very useful for removing the excess fat of the body. It is like ekapada Uttanasana with the variation that is Uttanapadasana both the legs are to be lifted and lowered

Tech : lie flat on the back. Keep the arms by the side of the body. Keep the heels and the feet together. Inhale slowly. Then lift the legs up slowly. Retain this position for six to eight seconds. Hold the breath. Bring the legs slowly down on the floor. Exhale. Take rest for six to eight seconds and repeat the same. In the beginning, practice this asana four times a day and gradually increase it to five or six times a day.

Adv. :-

(1) This asana gives sufficient exercise to every muscle of the abdomen. The abdominal muscles are strengthened and the digestive system functions efficiently.

(2) It tones up the pancreas and alleviates indigestion and constipation.

(3) This asana reduces the fat in the body.

(4) This asana is beneficial to those who suffer from backache and pains of the loins and thighs. Moreover, it is boon to those who suffer from the discomfort caused by intestinal worms.

(5) It rejuvenates the spinal nerves and the brain cells, strengthens the muscles and activates them.

(6) This asana is a good remedy for piles in the initial stage.

(7) This asana cures hiccogh, pain in the thighs, belching, constipation and helps expelling the wind at the anus.

(8) It is an introduction to Sarvangasana.

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