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Dandayama Bibhaktapada Janushirasana
Standing Separate Leg Head-to-Knee Pose
BENEFITS:
- Stimulates the thyroid gland to improve metabolismGood for depression
- Good for depression
- Brings blood through the brain – good for memory loss
- Good for diabetic conditions
- Assists in regulating the pancreas and kidneys
- Creates extension of the joints and spine
- Strengthens legs
tips:
- Setup is very important – as you go into the posture be aware of keeping the back leg thigh turned forward and the hips in one line.
- Look at your belly button throughout the posture to create a deeper compression of the thyroid.
- If the neck becomes sore in the posture, focus on caving the chest inwards. Eventually both legs are straight with flexed thighs.
- Priority is always placed on keeping the forehead touching the knee, it is OK to bend the knee and bring it to the forehead.
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