Thursday, October 23, 2008

Point of Concentration: Halasan

by: yogsansthan.org

-The spine in this pose is stretched up to three inches more than its length. As a result it becomes more resilient and healthy. It also aids in lengthening the size of the body.


- As the bones do not release calcium they do not suffer from faulty holes and rigidity. Besides, this asan helps supplying adequate quantum of blood into bones.


- All the glands, thyroid, parathyroid, kidneys, spleen, liver, pancreas, adrenal, seminal etc. get contracted in this asan. When we return to the original position they get expanded. This way, these glands are benefited internally.


- By stretching the spinal cord all the nerves connected with the spine and the muscles are stimulated in such a manner that one is absolutely relieved of fatigue. Body gets relaxed and doubly energized.


- Since the lungs are pressed from inside they release maximum quantity of carbon dioxide. When we come back to the starting position, they are filled with fresh oxygen and as a result their functional capacity is stimulated.


- In the final position of this asan, the flow of blood is pointed towards the coronary vessel. This feeds heart and the shape of the heart is not unnecessarily enlarged due to the flow of blood towards the face it gains in luster. The pressure on throat will improve the function of the vocal cord.


- The pressure exerted on palms and arms relieves the shivering of hands and strengthening of shoulders.


- Since all the organs of the abdomen are pressed inside, they get strengthened.Due to its impact on pancreas, diabetes is cured. It gives relief in gastric troublesand constipation.


- All the muscles from the toes to buttocks are toned up and benefited.


- Helps in reducing obesity.


- Cures sterility.

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