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Thursday, November 14, 2013

Alternate Toe Touching








Position : Tadasana 

Practice : Stand erect with the feet about a meter apart.
  • Stretch the arms sideways to the shoulder level parallel to the ground.
  • While exhaling, bend forward from the root of the waist region.
  • Twist the trunk to the right side from the waist and touch the right toe or if possible outer edge of the foot with the left hand.
  • Twist the neck region to look up and gaze at the outstretched right palm.
  • Feel the twist and stretch of the back.
  • While inhaling, raise the body to the starting position, keeping the arms outstretched to the shoulder level parallel to the ground.
  • While exhaling, bend forward from the root of the waist region.
  • Twist the trunk to the left side from the waist and touch the left toe or if possible outer edge of the foot with right hand.
  • Twist the neck region to look up and gaze at the outstretched left palm.
  • Feel the twist and stretch of the back.
  • Repeat the practice 10 rounds.

 Benefits :
  • It tones the entire body and strengthens the pelvic region.
  • It strengthens the muscles on the sides of the trunk, the waist and the back of the legs.
  • Reduces the waistline fat.
  • It stimulates the nervous system and the appetite.
  • Improves digestion.
 Contra-indication :
  • Avoid this practice who is suffering from back problems.
 

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