Agnisar Kriya

Agni means fire and “sara” means ‘essence’, kriya means ‘action’. It is a cleansing practice in which internal fire is stoked. It helps to heat up the body from within in order to stimulate digestion and detoxify the bodily systems. Process of Agnisara Kriya by Swami Ramdev ji 1. Sit in a comfortable pose of…

Vrschikasana | Scorpion Pose

Vrschik in Sanskrit means scorpion and this asana resembles a scorpion ready to strike its victim by arching its tail above its back. The person should make an attempt to feel comfortable in holding headstand posture and handstand pose before doing the scorpion pose. Process 1. While sitting on ground  place both hands on ground…

Vrikshasana | Tree pose

Vriksh means a tree and this pose resembles a tree and is known as the tree pose. It helps to strengthen the back, calves, thighs and ankles. Flexibility of groin and hips area get increased. Balance and concentration is improved. Process 1. Begin with Tadasana. 2. Place the both hand on ground while standing up,…

Shalabhasana | Locust Pose

Shalabhasana in Sanskrit means ‘locust’. This posture resembles a locust. Process-1 1. Keeping face downwards lie flat on abdomen and chest. 2. Place hands under each thigh 3. Now breathing in lift the right leg up, do not bend the knee. 4. Repeat this from other leg. 5. Repeat it two to four times. Process-2…

Naukasana | Boat Pose

Nauka means ‘boat’ in Sanskrit language. It is a posture which resembles a boat. It is also known as boat posture to treat many ailments. The reverse naukasana is also very important to cure ailments. Procedure 1. Lie straight on back, resting on the floor. 2. Place the feet together and keep the arms on…

Mayurasana | Peacock Pose

Mayur in Sanskrit language means ‘peacock’, in this posture, the body takes the shape of peacock. In this asana, one has to hold the whole body like a stick on the both elbows. Process 1. Start with sitting on knees and place the palms on ground while finger pointing towards stomach. 2. Take a deep…