Forward Group
Submitted by divine_sysop on June 30, 2009 - 23:14
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The Forward Bending Asanas
In modern society, our lifestyle has become very sedentary, with little or no exercise. This often results in an accumulation of stress and tension. This stress and tension is stored in the form of stiffness and pranic knots in the muscles and joints. The legs, hips, back, shoulders and neck muscles are particularly prone to these stress knots. People with sedentary lifestyles, whose work involves long periods of sitting or standing, or who dont get enough rest tend to maintain a poor posture while sitting or standing in order to find relief. Slowly this occasional resting posture becomes a habit that spoils the correct posture. By maintaining a poor posture, a person puts further strain on the joints and muscles. Eventually, these strains turn into chronic pain or disease, and adversely affect the quality of ones life. The stresses and tensions of day to day life are counteracted by the forward bending asanas.
The forward bending asanas loosen up the back, maintain good health and increase vitality. The spinal column is bent into the primal curve, the same position in which the spine stays inside the mothers womb. This position is the safest of all postures. In this position each and every vertebra is separated, nerves are vitalized, blood circulation improves and the spinal cord is nourished. The abdominal organs are massaged and compressed to increase their efficiency. The muscles in the legs are also stretched and strengthened.
Expert guidance is recommended when practicing these movements.
