Pawana’ means wind and ‘mukta’ means released. As the name suggests, the practice of this asana helps in releasing excessive gas from the body. This asana when performed with one leg, is called Ekapada Pawanamuktasana.
Stages for Practice
- Lift both legs, bend them at the knees and encircle the knees with both arms. Press the knees and bring them towards the chest.
- Raise the head with the chin touching the knees. This is Pawanamuktasana.
Dos and Don’ts
- Press the knees to the chest.
- Toes should be relaxed.
- Avoid raising beyond the mid-torso.
- Perform within physical limits.
- Avoid this practice in case of Cervical Spondylitis.
Benefits
- The practice of this asana helps in eliminating toxic gases from the abdomen.
- This asana relieves constipation and the feeling of heaviness in the stomach.
- Extra fat in the abdominal area gets dissolved. It also reduces abdominal fat.
- The spine becomes flexible.
- Improves blood circulation.
