Exercise-48: Sidha Yoni asana (for women only)
- Sit with the legs extended forward.
- Fold the right leg and place the sole of its foot against the inner left thigh.
- Place the heel inside the labia major of the vagina.
- Fold the right leg and place its foot on top of the right calf and thigh.
- Pull up the right toes in to the space between the calf and thigh.
- Hold spine fully erect and straight.
- Place a cushion below the buttocks for ease and comfort.
- This asana can be performed with either leg upward and best performed without underwear.
Limitation-
Women suffering from sciatica or sacral infections should avoid practicing this asana. Only women can practice this asana.
Benefits
- When mastered, practitioner can hold body steady in this posture for long and attain steadiness of mind.
- Flow of prana or energy is regularized by this asana.
- The nerve plexuses which control the female reproductive system are energized.
- It helps in gaining greater control over the neuron-psychic sensory impulses to provide sexual enjoyment.
It has a calming effect on the entire nervous system.
Exercise-49: Swastikasana
- Assume the base position- fold the left leg and place the foot near the right thigh muscles.
- Fold the right leg and push it in the space between the left thigh and calf muscles.
- The toes of both feet should lie between the thighs and calves of the two legs.
- The hands can be placed on the knees or in the lap.
Limitation-
People suffering from sciatica or sacral infections should avoid practicing this asana.
Benefits
Same as sidhasana and sidha yoni asana but at a lower level since perineum is not automatically pressed.
It is the easiest classical meditative posture.
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