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Shalabhasana

सलभासन / Locust Pose

September 27, 2024

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Introduction to the Asana

The Sanskrit name is derived from Shalabha (शलभा) meaning locust and āsana (आसन) meaning “posture” or “seat” *The pose resembles that of a locust resting on the ground.

Benefits
  • Provides stability to the spine and lengthens the upper back and arm.
  • Helps in strengthening the lower back, pelvic organs, legs, hip joints, neck, shoulders and arms.
  • Relieves backache, mild sciatica, and slipped disc pain.
  • Improved blood circulation, positively activating the kidneys, liver, and all the organs of the lower part of the body.
  • Boost the body’s metabolism.
  • Tones and strengthens the abdominal muscles.
  • Helps to manage diabetes.
  • Stimulates the appetite.
  • Relaxes menstrual pain.
  • Relieves migraine and nausea.
  • Boosts our mind and mood.
  • Helps weight loss.
Steps to perform the Asana: Shalabhasana
  • Lie on your stomach and place your chin on the floor.
  • Place the hands under the thigh, palm facing downward.
  • Inhale and slowly lift the head, chest and legs off the floor simultaneously as high as possible.
  • Hands and ribs should not rest on the floor. Only the abdominal front portion of the body rests on the floor. Contract the buttocks and stretch the thigh muscles.
  • Both legs should be fully extended & straight, touching the thighs, knees and ankles. Hold this pose and keep breathing.
  • Breathe out, return to the starting position and relax.
Common Misalignments / (Mistakes)
  • Raising your shoulders toward your ears and straining the neck muscles.
  • Bending your knees and adding pressure to your lower back.
  • Putting excessive stress on the neck and crunching the neck.
Contraindication / Cautions
  • Avoid if suffering from peptic ulcers or intestinal disorders.
  • Avoid if suffering from a hernia, hypertension, or any heart ailments.
  • Avoid in case of arthritis of the hips or knees.
  • Avoid in case of neck injury and frequent headaches.
  • Avoid if suffering from glaucoma.
  • Avoid during pregnancy.
Additional Details :
  • Another Name of AsanaGrasshopper pose
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