Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand Post)

                                                   Sarvangasana

This asana gives strength and vitality to all internal organs of the body. It is in effect the same as Sirshasana. But the later is a bit dangerous, as the head may slip out while doing and that is dangerous.So, instead of doing sirshasana it is always advisable to do this. Start doing it giving full ease to the body

Stretch on the mattress as before. Take breath and lift the legs without bending knees as in inverted pose. Now raise the entire body and hip upward. Press the knees of the hands on the floor and give support to the hips on either side with the palms. Now the only body parts which touch the ground are the head, shoulders and the knees of the hand. Stand in this position for 3 minutes; bring the head back behind the head and keeping balance place it on the mattress without bending knees. Do it two times.

The legs in this pose will show a natural tendency to go to the back of head.  Give an inward bend to the spine and keep the legs at 90 degrees. Let the breathing process take place as normal. Concentrate your eyes on the toes. Your chin will touch your chest if your position is correct.

Continuous practice is the only way to gain mastery. Keep on trying with dispassion. You will get it.

People with Thyroid problems, Heart disease and hypertension should not do this asana.

Effects:-

1.In both Sarvangasana and inverted pose the blood flow instead of going up, comes down to the vital organs like brain, heart, Lungs and other organs of the neck region. These organs become strengthened. In ladies these two asanas are excellent remedy for uterine disorders.

2.Besides, it prevents the thickening of veins of the leg, the so called ‘Varicose Vein’