The Superior Pose

Submitted by divine_sysop on October 9, 2009 - 00:53

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Jyeshtikasana

Techniques:

  • Lie flat on the stomach
  • Bend the elbows keeping the arms above the head
  • Interlock the fingers and place the hands at the back of the head and neck
  • Keep the legs straight
  • Join the big toes together
  • Allow the heels to separate
  • Relax the body by focusing the awareness on the breath
  • Release the position after 5-10 minutes.

Contra-indications:

  • Pregnancy

Benefits:

  • Relaxes the body and mind
  • Relieves cervical spondylitis
  • Relieves stiff neck and shoulders and helps upper back conditions
  • Good for minimizing sciatic pain
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