Tag: sitting asana
In Hindu Vedic rituals, fire (Agni) and wooden logs (stambha) are used to create a sacred space for prayers and offerings, symbolising a connection with a higher power. The …
Sanskrit Pronunciation Skandasana(SKAHN-dahs-uh-nuh) Meaning Skanda = Warrior / Asana = Pose Pose Type Side Lunge, Hip Opener Pose Level Intermediate to Advanced Anatomy Hips, glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, knees, ankles …
Sanskrit Pronunciation Uttana Mandukasana(Oot-AHN-ah Man-doo-KAHS-uh-nuh) Meaning Uttana = stretched up / Manduka = frog/ Asana = pose Pose Type Sitting, stretching Pose Level Intermediate Anatomy Lower back muscles, arms, …
Merudandasana is an intermediate seated balancing pose. It has a stretching and toning effect over the arms, abdomen, calves, hamstring, hips, and groin. So it benefits physically in many …
Trianga mukhaikapda paschimottanasana is an advanced seated posture with a forward bend. It is a variation of the basic pose, paschimottansana with a leg bent backward. Various English names …
Shashankasana, or Hare Pose, is a calming seated forward bend in yoga that symbolizes the peaceful qualities of the moon. It stretches the spine, particularly the lower back, and …
