The poses done so far are effective in strengthening certain parts of the body. High Plank Pose strengthens the whole body. High Plank Pose is called Kumbhakasana in Sanskrit. Though ‘kumbhaka’ is generally said to mean ‘breath retention’, it also means ‘pot’, which here refers to the human torso. This pose promotes flow of blood and life force into the pot, that is, the body. When you hold the pose, blood and prana is circulated throughout the body. Wrists, hands, fingers, shoulders, back, spine, hips, seat, thighs, knees, shin, ankles and toes, all are energized. Hence, this posture is considered an important exercise throughout the world.
Other Benefits of High Plank Pose
- The pose strengthens abdominal muscles
- Practicing the pose helps to strengthens neck muscles.
- High Plank Pose aids in relieving back pain.
- The pose helps to maintain balance.
- It is an effective yoga pose for stress relief.
Instructions
- Go on Downward Facing Dog Pose.
- Inhale as you lower your hips; your wrists should be aligned with your shoulders and now your body will resemble an inclined plane.
- Draw your shoulders back.
- Keep the neck in line with your back.
- Hold the pose for 30 seconds.
Note
Those with severe wrist pain should refrain from practicing the pose.
Yoga Pose for Day 22 – Hero Pose (Virasana)
The very name of the pose is suggestive of courage. Shivering of hands and legs and becoming anxious are associated with fear. The reaction would be anger followed by various other issues. All these are owing to the fact that we consider ourselves weak. Hero Pose makes you fearless and gives you a sense of courage.
Yoga Pose for Day 20 – Wind Relieving Pose (Pavana Mukthasana)
Wind Relieving Pose can be performed as a counter pose for Bow Pose. Ancient Siddhars have mentioned that there are 4448 diseases that can affect a human body.
Yoga Pose for Day 19 – Bow Pose (Dhanurasana)
Bow Pose can be performed as a counter pose for Cow Pose. The pose is performed lying down. It strengthens the spine and improves spine flexibility.
