Ardha Vakrasana

"Vakra" means "twisted". In this asana, the upper part of the body is twisted and the spine and the back muscles are stretched.

Technique :

• Sit on the floor with the legs stretched in front, keep the legs parallel to each other.
• Bend the right leg and place it behind the kneeof the left leg. Place the left hand on the left knee. Place the right hand on the waist.
• Keep the trunk straight. Turn backwards on the waist.
• Remain in this position for six to eight seconds. Inhale slowly.
• Revert back to the original position.
• Practice this asana with the other leg stretched, turning thetrunk on the other side.
• Repeat this asana four to five times daily.

Benefits of Ardha Vakrasana :

• This asna effecs chiefly the waist and the abdominal organs.
• It gives the spine a nice lateral stretch, increasing spinal elasticity.
• It stimulates the spermatozoa glands of men and the uterinal organs of women.
• It helps to contracts and tones liver, spleen and intestines.
• This asana helps in reducing pain in the abdomen and the waist.
• It reduce abdominal size.
• It cures constipation and other abdominal ailments.