Day 1 #IndoindiansYogaChallenge: SETU BANDHA SARVANGASANA- Bridge Pose
SETU BANDHA SARVANGASANA- Bridge Pose
Going into the asana:
– Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet on the floor. Extend your arms along the floor, palms flat.
– Press your feet and arms firmly into the floor.
– Lift your hips toward the ceiling.
– Roll your shoulders back and underneath your body. Clasp your hands and extend your arms along the floor beneath your pelvis.
– Push your pelvis upwards while straightening your arms for maximum stretch.
Effects of the asana:
– Strengthens back, glutes, legs and ankles
– Opens chest, heart and hip flexors
– Stretches the chest, neck, shoulders and spine
– Calms the body, alleviates stress and mild depression
– Stimulates organs of the abdomen, lungs and thyroid
– Rejuvenates tired legs
– Improves digestion
Tips & Requirements:
- Wear comfortable lose clothes during the asanas.
- Use a yoga mat or a carpet to perform your asanas. Don’t directly practice on the floor.
- Practice on an empty stomach empty or at least 2-3 hours of gap between meals.
Follow the directions of the asana/pose till you can do it perfectly. Post your photo/video or go FB live in the asana challenge of the day and remember to tag @INDOINDIANS on Instagram & FB with hashtag #IndoindiansYogaChallenge
You can also tag your friends and nominate them to participate in the challenge with you.
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Join in the learning and practice of the Yoga practice leading towards the International Day of Yoga on June 21. We at Indoindians challenge you all to join the #IndoindiansYogaChallenge
If you have any questions or comments, do post below or on the Indoindians FB wall.
