BENEFITS OF HALASANA / PLOUGH POSE

How to do Plough Pose

Lie down on the floor.
With your hands firmly on the ground, bring your legs over your body without bending your knees.
Place your legs on the floor behind your head. Straighten your legs so your back is straight.
Keep your hands stretched. Alternately, you can place your palms on your back for support with your upper arms on the floor.
To release the pose, bring your legs back to position.

Duration: Hold the pose for 3 minutes. Beginners can commence with 20 seconds and increase the duration with practice.

Benefits of Plough Pose

Activates thyroid and thymus glands and boosts immunity. As it activates the pituitary gland as well, overall performance of all the organs is enhanced
Compresses the pelvic area and improves circulation, which results in the toning of reproductive organs
Helps in conditions related to infertility
Relieves pain associated with menstrual cycle
Reduces tummy fat
Strengthens the lungs and relieves sinusitis
Blood circulation in the spinal cord, nerves and back muscles is increased
Elongates the spine and improves spine flexibility
Cures upper and lower back pain.
Stimulates abdominal organs and boosts their function
Cures insomnia
Energizes the body

Note

Those suffering from high blood pressure, diarrhea and neck injuries should avoid performing this asana.

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