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Bhairavasana

भैरवासन / Formidable Pose

September 23, 2024

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Introduction to the Asana

Bhairava (भैरव, Bhairava) is a manifestation of Shiva (शिव, Śiva); Asana (आसन, Āsana) meaning pose, posture, seat.

Benefits
  • Stimulates and strengthens the hip flexors, extends the upper back muscles, and improves flexibility of the vertebral column and the spine.
  • Tones the abdominal organs, improves digestion and aids in reducing belly fat.
  • Improves your hemoglobin levels and enhances better blood circulation.
  • Opens chest and nasal passage enhancing the respiratory system.
  • Stimulates the ovaries and uterus, and relieves menstrual discomfort.
  • Soothes the nervous system and enhances physical and mental fitness.
  • Activates the Muladhara and Ajna Chakra, providing security, confidence, and emotional stability.
Steps to perform the Asana: Bhairavasana
  • Sit down on the Floor and begin with the posture in Dandasana.
  • Hold your right foot and bend your right knee with your left hand.
  • Lift your right foot further by bringing your right elbow under your right knee.
  • With your right hand, hold your right calf, and behind your right shoulder, bring your right knee.
  • Slightly, rotate your right hip and above your head bring your right foot.
  • Push your chest and place your right ankle behind your head.
  • Inhale and straighten your spine.
  • Slowly press your left foot and right palm into the floor and come into a side plank on your right side.
  • Lift your left hand and align your body into a diagonal line from your left heel to your crown.
  • To face your left palm, turn your head.
  • Stay in this pose for 4 to 5 long breaths.
  • Lower your body and release your right foot to come out of this pose.
  • Sit up straight. Exhale and duck your head forward. Relax in Dandasana position.
Common Misalignments / (Mistakes)
  • Improper alignment causing strain to the neck.
  • Pushing your chest forward to position the ankle behind the head.
  • Pushing yourself into the pose.
Contraindication / Cautions
  • Avoid in case of any injury in the lower back, spine, hips, knee, neck, wrists or shoulders.
  • Avoid practicing if suffering from high blood pressure or cardiac issues.
  • Avoid if suffering from sciatica, hernia, slip disc, cervical pain or carpel tunnel syndrome.
  • Avoid during pregnancy & menstruation.
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