PLOUGH (HALASANA)

 

PLOUGH (HALASANA)

Halasana

Introduction

The plough, Halasana (hala = plough), is performed right after the shoulderstand. It provides an excellent stretch of the entire spine and back muscles.

 

Technique

  1. From the shoulderstand, slowly bring your legs down behind the head.
  2. If your feet touch the ground, straighten your legs and tuck your toes under.
  3. Interlock your fingers.
  4. Bring your arms stretched on the mat.
  5. Hold for 1 min. using a deep abdominal breath.

Benefits

  • Stretches the back and the spine.
  • Prevents the compression of the vertebrae.
  • Free the neck and trapezius from nervous and muscular tensions.
  • Stimulates and balances the adrenal glands.
  • Stimulates the digestive system.

Caution

  • Be very careful in case you have a slipped disc or a problem with the cervical vertebrae.

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