By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Kukkutasana, is a difficult pose and needs good arm strength to perform the pose. In final pose the practitioner resembles a cock / rooster and hence the name. This pose has been mentioned in Gheranda Samhita and Hatha Yoga Pradeepika. It is an intermediate to … Read more
By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Samakonasana, in this pose the practitioner assumes the straight angle in sitting position wherein both the legs are stretched to the sides so as to be in one straight line and hence the name. Sama = straight / equalKona = angleAsana = pose It is … Read more
By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Shashankasana is a relaxing posture. It is a good remedy for back pain and related problems. It is a forward bend pose. It stretches the spine, mainly the lower back and upper torso. Shashanka = hare, rabbit, moonAsana = pose The moon is a symbol … Read more
By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Eka Hasta Bhujasana is an advanced and challenging arm balancing pose. In this pose one leg is outstretched. The other leg is wrapped over upper arm as you balance on both hands. It builds up strength, balance and flexibility. It is called as ‘One hand … Read more
By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Utthita Padmasana, in this pose the practitioner assumes the pose of a raised lotus and hence the name ‘raised lotus pose’. Here he first takes the lotus pose and then lifts his body in the same pose with the help of his hands grounded on … Read more
By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Bhujapidasana, in this pose the inner thighs of the practitioner press against the upper arms or shoulders for stability and impart pressure on them, hence the name. It is called as ‘Shoulder-Pressing Pose’. Bhuja = arm / shoulderPida = pressure / pressingAsana = pose It … Read more
By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Bharadvaja’s Pose II is dedicated to sage Bharadvaja. He was one of the 7 great sages. It is also called as Bharadvaja’s twist. It is a twisting pose and is also a seating spinal twist. It is of two types – type I & type … Read more
By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Bharadvajasana I pose is dedicated to sage Bharadvaja, one of the 7 great sages and hence the name. It is also called as Bharadvaja’s twist. It is a twisting pose and is also a seating spinal twist. It is of two types – type I … Read more
By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Ardha Pincha Mayurasana is a standing pose. It is also a mild inversion. This pose resembles an inverted letter ‘V’ with forearms and toes on the floor. The rest of the body is raised to form a ‘V’. It is a semi inversion that brings … Read more
By Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.S Ananthasana, in this asana the practitioner assumes the shape of Sleeping Lord Vishnu and hence the name. It is said to be one of the best and yet challenging balancing poses on your sides. This is practiced by lying to the side. It is a … Read more