Utthanasikhipithaka Asana
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Description
Utthanasikhipithaka Asana: Asana
Asana Type
back bend
Pramana
Āpta Pramāṇa - आप्त प्रमाण
Apta Pramana Source
Yoga-rahasya (v.23)
Transliteration
"jaìghorubalahénaçcet uttänaçikhipéöhakam apramattaù prakurvéta bhukteù prägvijitendriyaù"
Translation
"Uttanasikhipitha of YRah II 23, V 23, I 50 mentioned in this text is same as Uttanamayurasana. Lie supine. Raise the buttocks up and support them with hands placed at the waist. Elbows bear the weight of the body. Chin presses at the throat."
Instruction
"1. Lie down on the back.
2. Raise the buttocks up and support the lower back with the hands.
3. Hold the body weight on elbows.
4. Chin presses at the throat."
Atma Pramana Benefits
One who feels weakness on thighs and knees should practice this asana before taking meals
Regular Photo
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