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Advasana-Downward Facing Corpse Pose

Advasana
Advasana is one among the others which, can be categorized under Yoga for relaxation. It is translated into English as the 'Downward facing corpse pose'

Method

  • Lie down on the stomach
  • Stretch the hands forward with palms facing downward. (In some cases the palms are joined together)
  • Do not pressurise the belly.
  • Rest the forehead on the floor and elbows close to the ears.
  • Have the neck kept straight
  • Have a comfortable distance between your legs
  • Relax the spine and the torso relaxed
  • Breathe naturally and rhythmically

Benefits

  • It brings relief in pain owing to slip discs
  • Good for the back.
  • Relieves hardness in the neck muscles
  • Sets right stooping in stature.

Story first published: Tuesday, August 9, 2011, 15:04 [IST]
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