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Asana name: Crocodile
Pose General Benefits: Relaxation
of entire nervous system, body and mind. Gives extra relaxation to the back
region. Relieves stress on the body and mind. Removes disturbing thoughts and
tensions. Relaxes the muscles which lead to a decrease in the demand for blood
and oxygen, giving the circulatory and respiratory systems a break.
Beneficial for all stress related ailments. Relieves stress and fatigue.
Decreases blood pressure. Benefits for Women: Therapeutic Applications: All
stress related diseases. Fatigue. High blood pressure. Heart complaints.
Stress. Anxiety. Insomnia Taking the Position: In
prone position fold the arms in front of the head and place the head either
on the arms or the floor, turning the head to the side if it is comfortable.
Spread the legs apart so the heels touch the corners of your yoga mat, with
the toes pointing outwards, heels in. Breathe normally while you maintain the
asana. Releasing the Positions: To
realese the asana, bring the legs together. Return the arms to the sides of
the body and the chin on the mat. Stay relaxed and breathe normally. Anatomical Focus: On
every body part, particularly any stressed parts such as the lower back. Anatomical Awareness: Focus
on entire spine |
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Do's: Keep
the mind focused on relaxing. If thoughts come do not stress about them but
let them pass. Keep the spine in a straight line. Avoid moving the body parts
as even the slightest movement will use many muscles and increase the nerve
impulses. Keep the eyes closed. Don'ts: Go
to sleep, let the mind wander or move the body. Precautions & Contraindications: Avoid
going to sleep. Variations & Tips: Preparatory Poses: Makarasana
is generally practiced after the practice of asanas from the prone position
as it is itself an asana from the prone position. Therefore it is easier to
come into if one is already in the prone position. Follow-up Poses: None
are necessary. Position: Prone. |
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