Preparatory Lord Shiva Pose

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Saral Natarajasana

Techniques:

• Stand straight with feet together and arms by the sides
• Bend the right leg, grasp the ankle with right hand behind the body
• Keep both knees together and maintain balance
• Slowly raise and stretch the right leg backward
• Wait for the body to balance itself
• Once the body is balanced try to keep the hip square
• Raise the arm up in front just above head level
• Look towards the left finger tips
• This is the final position, hold for as long as it is comfortable
• Practice from the left side as well for the same duration

Contra-indications:

• Injury in the hips or legs

Benefits:

• Develops nervous balance
• Strengthens the lower back, hips and leg muscles