Halasana: The Plough Pose

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Halasana or the Plough pose is one of the popular inverted asanas, like Sirshasana and Sarvangasana. The final pose resembles an Indian Plough and hence the name.

Step 1: Take the position of Sarvangasana

Step 2: supporting the back with your hands, gently start lowering your legs, by bending from the hip joints. Bring your toes to the ground beyond your head.

Step 3: Extend your legs and keep your torso perpendicular to the floor.

Step 4: Release your hands away from your back. Interlock and stretch the arms out behind you on the floor, opposite the legs.

Step 5: To release the pose, bring your hands to your back and lift back to Sarvangasana. Gently roll your back on the ground and rest the legs on the floor.

Benefits: Improves flexibility of the back and neck
Calms the brain
Increasesblood flow to the face and improves skin texture and removes dark circles.
Reduces stress and fatigue
Clears blockages in the body
Stimulates the abdominal organs

Precautions:
Those suffering from severe backache, high blood pressure and vertigo must not practice this. Those with neck pain must not practice this

Disclaimer: Before practice, please consult your doctor in case you are suffering from ailments. It is recommended to practice under the guidance of experts.