
Hatha
Yoga: The Yoga of the Physical Body.
Dhanurasana:
The Bow Pose.

Instructions.
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Lie flat on the
stomach and inhale fully.
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Bend the knees
and hold the ankles with the hands.
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Tense the leg
muscles and arch the back.
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Simultaneously
raise the head, chest and thighs as high as possible.
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Keep the arms
straight.
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Hold for as long
as is comfortable.
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Practise up to
maximum 5 times per session.
Note.
Breath.
- The breath may
be retained inside in the final pose or slow, deep breathing may be
practised.
Concentration.
Limitations.
- Not to be practised
by people with hernia, peptic ulcers, intestinal tuberculosis or bent
spine.
Benefits.
- This asana powerfully
massages the abdominal organs and muscles. Removes gastro-intestinal
disorders, dyspepsia, chronic constipation, and sluggishness of the
liver. Quickly reduces fat in the abdominal area.
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