Śalabhāsana (Locust Pose) – Steps, Benefits, and Precautions
Śalabhāsana, also known as the Locust Pose, is a powerful back-strengthening yoga posture performed while lying on the stomach. In the final posture, the body resembles a locust with legs lifted off the ground.
How to Do Śalabhāsana (Step-by-Step Instructions)
Starting Position:
Lie flat on your stomach on a yoga mat or soft blanket. Extend your legs fully with your feet together and keep your arms along the sides of your body.
Steps:
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Make fists with both hands (thumbs tucked inside) and place them under your lower abdomen for support.
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Inhale slowly and raise both legs together as high as possible, without bending the knees. Keep your upper body, chest, and arms flat on the floor.
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Let your chin rest firmly on the floor. This is the ideal position. Stay in this pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute, breathing normally.
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Exhale gently and lower both legs slowly to the floor.
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Open your fists, spread your legs slightly apart, and allow your body to relax completely.
Benefits of Śalabhāsana
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Strengthens the spine, neck, hips, glutes, abdomen, thighs, and legs
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Stimulates the kidneys and improves core stability
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Relieves lower back pain and tones the hip and thigh muscles
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Increases mental focus and balances the nervous system
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Enhances postural alignment and energy flow in the body
Precautions
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Avoid this pose if you have hernia, urinary tract issues, or recent abdominal surgery
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Do not practice during pregnancy
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Always perform this asana on a soft surface to protect the pelvis and ribs
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