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Dandasana

दण्डासन / Stick Pose

September 24, 2024

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Introduction to the Asana

The Sanskrit name is derived from Danda (दण्डा) meaning stick and āsana (आसन) meaning posture or seat.

Benefits
  • 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.
Steps to perform the Asana: Dandasana
  • 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.
Common Misalignments / (Mistakes)
  • Rounding the spine.
  • Not focussing and maintaining a controlled breath.
Contraindication / Cautions
  • 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.
Additional Details :
  • Another Name of AsanaStaff Pose
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