25/08/2019
Downward-facing dog
अधोमुखश्वानासन
Beneficial in strengthening the whole body specially the arms, legs, shoulders and feet.
Regular practice of Adho Mukha Svanasana calms the mind and relieves headache, insomnia and fatigue.
Regular practice of Adho Mukha Svanasana tones the muscles of the body and helps in weight loss.
Another benefit of Practicing Adho Mukha Svanasana is that it increases the circulation to the brain.
Adho Mukha Svanasana lengthens the spine, strengthens the muscles of the chest increasing lung capacity.
It rejuvenates and body and makes you feel energized.
Adho Mukha Svanasana or Downward Facing Dog Pose can also be of benefit in treating lower back ailments like Sciatica.
Adho Mukha Svanasana is also beneficial for lung disorders like Asthma.
Adho Mukha Svanasana also helps in treating menstrual symptoms like menstrual pain and discomfort.
It also helps relieve mild depression and stress.
Regular practice of Adho Mukha Svanasana improves digestion and also helps in getting rid of Constipation.
It also helps relieve symptoms of Sinusitis.
With regular practice you can also get rid of Flat feet.
Adho Mukha Svanasana leaves you feeling energized and rejuvenated.
It calms the brain and helps relieve stress and mild depression.
It lengthens the spine and strengthens the muscles of the chest thereby increasing lung capacity.
This pose strengthens the arms, legs, shoulders and feet
Because of the weight bearing nature of the posture on the arms and legs, it helps strengthen the bones and prevent osteoporosis.
It helps relieve the symptoms of menopause.
Adho Mukha Svanasana relieves headache, insomnia, back pain and fatigue.
This pose can be used as a therapeutic aid for high blood pressure, asthma, sciatica, flat feet and sinusitis.
Contraindications for Adho Mukha Svanasana:
People suffering from uncontrolled high blood pressure, weak eye capillaries, detached retina, or any other infection or inflammation of the eyes and ears should avoid practicing Downward Facing Dog.
Also, those with recent or chronic inflammation/injury to the arms, wrists, shoulders, back, hips, knees, legs, or ankles will want to wait until returning to health before practicing the pose.
The Downward-Facing Dog can cause you to feel lightheaded and dizzy. It is important that you do not stay in this pose for an extended period of time, especially if you have hypertension or are sensitive to headaches. You can use a bolster or block to support your head at ear level between the arms.
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