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Karṇapīdāsana

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Karna refers to the ear. Pīda means pressure or discomfort.  In the final pose we apply slight pressure to the ears with our knees hence the name.

Technique:
  • Perform the Halāsana.
  • Bend the legs at the knees.
  • Place both the knees on the ground by the respective sides of the ears.
  • Thighs should be in contact with chest stomach.
  • Keep the feet stretched.  Join the toes and heels.
  • Interlock the fingers of the hands and stretch out the arms.
  • Remain in this pose for about one minute with normal breathing.
  • Bring the legs to the floor as in Sarvāngāsana and relax.

Benefits:
  • This exercise relaxes the trunk, heart and legs.
  • The blood circulation round the waistline increases.
  • It reduces the accumulated fat in the abdomen.
  • It cures all the problems of ear and throat.
  • This pose cures the pain in knees, shoulders and thighs
  • Indigestion problems will be cured.

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