Dandasana (Stick Pose)

Sit straight on the yoga mat.

Extend your legs forward and straight, with your ankles and feet touching each other and toes pointing up to the sky.

Your thighs should be kept flat touching the floor.

Place your hands next to your hips on the floor.

Draw your lower belly in and up.

Take deep breaths & hold this position 20 to 30 seconds.

Rounding the spine.

Not focussing and maintaining a controlled breath.

Strengthen your spine and core muscles.

Stretches shoulders and chest.

Strengthens your back muscles and thighs.

Improves your posture.

Tones the kidneys.

Regulates blood pressure.

Balances menstrual cycles.

Calms and relaxes the mind.

Eases constipation.

Promotes digestion.

Boosts your balance and concentration.

Avoid in case of weak core and stiff hamstrings.

Avoid during injury and surgery.

Avoid in case of back and wrist injury.

Avoid in Arthritis.

Avoid during pregnancy.